All Broadcasters articles – Page 1049
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The Broadcast InterviewKatie Taylor, entertainment, BBC
Just six months into the job and the BBC’s head of entertainment and events has already made her mark by revamping the mighty Strictly. But she’s not done yet.
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NewsJonathan Ross to return to C4
Jonathan Ross is to return to TV as host of a Channel 4 celebration of the nation’s favourite toys.
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NewsSimpson slams licence fee "ambush"
Senior BBC journalist John Simpson has said the latest licence fee agreement leaves the corporation in such a weak position any negotiations with the government will “be like water-boarding”.
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NewsNews Corp makes BSkyB bid official
Rupert Murdoch’s News Corp has formally notified the European Commission that it intends to make a full takeover bid for BSkyB.
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NewsCrozier: ITV schedule 'lacks diversity'
ITV chief executive Adam Crozier has bemoaned the “remarkable lack of diversity” in the broadcaster’s schedule as a result of regulation on how it can sell advertising.
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NewsNUJ calls for BBC strikes support
The National Union of Journalists has called for support for its first strike over the BBC’s pension proposals, due to start this Friday.
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NewsThe Cube set for third run
The Cube is set to return for a third series following a strong second run in a Sunday night slot.
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NewsCameron backtracks on BBC jibe
David Cameron has offered an apology of sorts over his comments at a press conference in Europe last week, in which he described the BBC cuts as being ‘delicious’.
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NewsLouie Spence to give alternative Queen’s Speech
Louie Spence is to deliver an alternative Queen’s Speech as part of a series of Pineapple Dance Studios Christmas specials on Sky1.
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NewsITV unveils I'm a Celeb... launch night
ITV is lining up a triple whammy of big-hitters in a bid to dominate ratings with the launch of the new series of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!
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NewsBBC orders family sitcom from US producer
The BBC has commissioned a new family comedy from the producer of US hits Nurse Jackie, Roseanne and the Cosby Show.
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NewsWelsh indies launch S4C taskforce
Welsh indies association TAC has launched a taskforce calling for a “fundamental review” of S4C in a bid to establish a sustainable future for the beleaguered broadcaster.
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NewsMillion Pound Drop attracts 785,000 online
Channel 4 gameshow The Million Pound Drop attracted 785,000 online players over the week, an increase of 74% on the first series.
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NewsSNP calls for security over Alba
An MP for the Scottish National Party has called for “immediate assurances” that BBC’s Scottish language offering Alba will not be adversely affected by spending cuts put forward by the government.
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RatingsTV 'key way to spend time with loved ones'
More than one in four British people believe that spending time in front of the television at home is one of the most important ways to socialise with loved ones, new figures suggest today.
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NewsDr Who show to open at Olympia
Doctor Who fans will get the chance to step inside the Tardis and defeat the Daleks in a new show dedicated to the long-running programme.
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NewsBBC Halloween coverage criticised
Religious groups have criticised the BBC for giving extensive coverage to pagan celebrations of Halloween, accusing the corporation of “down-playing” Christianity.
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NewsEurosport appoints UK MD
Eurosport has promoted David Kerr to managing director of its UK division following a five year career at the broadcaster.
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NewsDAB listening fails to grow
RAJARS: DAB radio has failed to make any significant gains over the last quarter with its weekly reach growing by just 0.3% and the total hours of listening it accounts for remaining flat at 162m.
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The Broadcast InterviewMade In… Shepherds Bush
Following a string of hits including In The Loop, Tamara Drewe and Made In Dagenham, BBC Films creative director Christine Langan is out to target younger audiences. Catherine Neilan reports