Viewers in the Republic of Ireland can now sign up to Sky Stream, providing access to Sky’s internet based TV service without needing a Sky Glass TV.
In 2024, 83 TV channels will need to broadcast subtitles, audio description and in-vision signing on at least some of their broadcasts. That’s down from 93 channels in 2023.
Streaming company due to announce range of measures including a review of its international services, including the UK.
TNT Sports launches next Tuesday 18th July, with the BT Sport replacement service relegating sister channel Eurosport in the process.
The Ofcom EPG Code sets out that Electronic Programme Guides should feature magnification, high contrast displays, filtering or highlighting and text-to-speech functionality.
Broadcast regulator Ofcom has proposed tougher new rules on broadcasters providing access services, including subtitles, signing and audio description. The proposed changes would also affect on-demand services including NOW and Amazon Prime.
Ofcom steps in after Virgin Media’s customers complain that the company is making it difficult for them to cancel.
The BBC has agreed a deal with World Netball to broadcast matches from the Netball World Cup 2023 in South Africa.
RTÉ Chill’s signal on the Saorview service in the Republic of Ireland has transferred over to a new multiplex frequency.
Channel 4 recorded over £1 billion in revenues with a record amount spent on originated content in the past year. But recent decisions to axe or curtail programmes shows there’s stormy times ahead for the public broadcaster.