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Government response to the consultations on the Local TV Framework and Pioneer Locations and final policy position. The full policy document…
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Government confirms broadcasting licences for 34 local TV stations can be extended for the next decade
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
Government empowers local leaders to turn the North East into film and TV production powerhouse.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
OFT closed case: Joint venture between BBC Worldwide Limited, Channel Four Television Corporation and ITV plc.
A consultation on proposals for the future of both the local TV multiplex licence and the 34 individual local TV services currently operating across the UK.
This consultation is a call for views and evidence on the potential change of ownership of Channel 4 Television Corporation.
Closed Competition Commission (CC) merger inquiry.
OFT closed case: Completed acquisition by British Sky Broadcasting Group of TV channel business of Virgin Media Television.
British film, TV and video game producers will benefit from new, more generous tax credits that start today (1 January 2024).
The government is seeking views on options for the renewal of the digital terrestrial television national multiplex licences expiring in 2022 and 2026
This consultation is a call for views and evidence on potential changes to the regulation of video-on-demand services.
Given the landscape of changing technology and the increasing risk to audiences of unregulated content appearing on television, the government is consulting on whether and how to use existing powers that allow it to update which electronic programme guides are...
The UK TV production industry will benefit from new safeguards as the government proceeds with reforms to support Channel 4’s long-term sustainability.
The Ministry of Justice has launched a major new advertising campaign to tackle recruitment and retention, by showing the reality of life as prison and probation officers.
An independent evaluation assessing the impact of the scheme within the film and TV industry and across the wider UK economy.
Kenyan TV drama series informs farmers on technique for improving seed germination and crop yields.
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