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NewsNHU set for transformation
The BBC’s Natural History Unit is to become more “entrepreneurial” under the leadership of Julian Hector as it prepares to make programmes for third-party broadcasters for the first time.
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NewsNetflix sparks kids’ resurgence
Netflix’s push into live-action kids’ programming has triggered a “complete resurgence” in the genre, according to Lime Pictures boss Kate Little.
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NewsAnt and Dec 'on brink' of signing ITV deal
Ant and Dec are on the brink of renewing their three-year contract with ITV, according to reports.
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NewsUnions concerned over ITV pension plans
Three key broadcasting unions Bectu, the NUJ and Unite have hit back at ITV’s proposed changes to its defined benefits pension scheme.
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NewsC5 swoops for Formula E rights
Channel 5 has swooped to pick up the rights to Formula E after ITV decided not to renew its contract to broadcast the emerging motorsport.
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NewsRivera resurfaces as Eurosport digital chief
Former BBC digital chief Ralph Rivera has been appointed as managing director of Eurosport’s digital division.
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NewsTRX appoints deputy chief exec
TRX, the online distribution platform which recently received backing from Sky and Channel 4’s Growth Fund, has appointed Juliette Squair as its deputy chief executive.
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NewsJames May's slow TV format returns
Plum Pictures’ slow TV format The Reassembler has landed a recommission from BBC4.
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NewsBBC2 finalises Saturday arts strand
BBC2 is preparing a slate of experimental Saturday night arts programming to offer viewers an alternative to BBC1 and ITV’s entertainment formats.
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NewsFox backs Clarkson's DriveTribe
DriveTribe, the online motoring project established by the former Top Gear team, has secured almost £5m investment from 21st Century Fox.
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NewsIn brief: Liz Warner; RTS Journalism Awards; Possessed
Betty founder Liz Warner is to head up Comic Relief following the departure of Kevin Cahill after 25 years. Read on for more
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NewsTLC seeks wedding formats
TLC is keen to build on its slate of one-off talent-fronted documentaries and is eyeing its own Don’t Tell The Bride-style wedding format.
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NewsGogglebox-inspired Gold format leads UKTV slate
A Gogglebox-inspired show in which some of the UK’s best-loved comedy duos watch their favourite classic comedies is among a raft of commissions unveiled by UKTV.
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NewsTrust prepares final BBCS consultation
The BBC Trust is preparing to kick off an eight-week consultation into the commercialisation of BBC Studios later this month after the production unit submitted its formal application.
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NewsITV to televise diversity awards
ITV is to televise a new awards ceremony celebrating the achievements of influential BAME public figures.
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NewsBBC pressure group demands audience forum
Campaign group Save Our BBC has called for the creation of a licence fee payers’ forum as the government prepares to publish the BBC’s draft charter.
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NewsJack Thorne: C4 asks 'big questions' in sex abuse drama
Channel 4’s willingness to “ask big questions” makes it the fitting home for sex abuse drama National Treasure, according to writer Jack Thorne.
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NewsSyfy throws up The Exorcist deal
Syfy has acquired the UK rights to the TV reboot of The Exorcist.
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NewsBlink boots up Dave gadget format
Comedian Marcus Brigstocke and Celebrity MasterChef winner Alexis Conran will put the world’s top gadgets to the test in a ten-part series for Dave.