Channel 4 hits record Q1 streaming high
For years, Channel 4 lagged behind its competitors when it came to streaming, but that picture is now starting to change. Over the past year in particular, the broadcaster has…
Channel 4 launches new streaming-only channels on Freely
Channel 4 has become the first public sector broadcaster (PSB) to launch new channels on the streaming service Freely. Freely, which is backed by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and…
This is a public broadcast apology direct from Channel 4
It has come to the world’s attention that diversity, equity and inclusion may have gone far, far too far. But Channel 4 exists to create change – challenging with purpose,…
Channel 4 publishes alternative plan to privatisation
Channel 4 has published what its plan for jobs and programming would have been if it was not being privatised. The government intends to sell off the channel, which is…
Broadcasting reforms to create new golden age of British TV
Broadcasting white paper to protect British content by giving public service broadcasters a more flexible remit for the programmes they produce and show. Plans to better protect viewers of video-on-demand…
New Board appointment for Channel 4
Ofcom has today announced the appointment of Michael Lynton as a non-executive director to the Board of Channel 4 for a term of three years, commencing 25th April 2022. ichael…
BBC, ITV, C4 complete Digital UK and Freesat integration
Today the BBC, ITV and Channel 4 can announce that they have brought together Digital UK Ltd, which facilitates the provision of Freeview, and Freesat (UK) Ltd, which offers access…
The UK’s PSB broadcasters call on Government to work with them to support freelancers
The UK’s PSB broadcasters call on Government to work with them to support freelancers The UK’s public service broadcasters (BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5, S4C) have today come together…
BritBox launches in the UK
London 7th November – BritBox, the streaming service created by BBC and ITV, today opened for business, bringing the greatest collection of British boxsets with the finest homegrown talent to…
Channel 4 unveils network rebrand
Channel 4 has today unveiled a network rebrand including a refresh of its digital channels and a brand spanking new look for E4. The network rebrand will unify the digital…
Channel 4 Secures Continued DTH Coverage of the British Isles with SES
Channel 4 extends satellite capacity agreement with SES for Direct-to-Home broadcast services in the UK and Ireland Luxembourg, 11 September 2018 — British and Irish viewers will continue to enjoy…
Ofcom: Public service broadcasting in the digital age
Public service broadcasting (PSB) has a long and proud tradition in the UK, delivering impartial and trusted news, UK-originated programmes and distinctive content. The public service broadcasters are those providing…