Author: Marc Thornham
Arise News, the Nigeria-based news channel has vanished once again from Sky’s channel list in the latest in a series of removals that’s affected the channel since it first launched in the UK.
The BBC, ITV, Channel 5, STV and S4C have urged the Government to proceed with new legislation that will ensure key sporting events remain free for all viewers.
Channels near the bottom of the entertainment section of Sky’s channel list have been reshuffled as gaps in the guide are filled.
A new channel dedicated to environmental matters is gearing up to launch on satellite. EarthX TV has also obtained a licence to broadcast on Freeview.
Sky has been found guilty of breaching consumer protection rules by not notifying customers that they have reached the end of their contract.
Previous shareholder Warner Bros Discovery has sold its stake in the channel, giving more control to the Dubai-based Legatum Ventures.
Users of second generation Freesat Humax boxes, sold between 2012 and 2018, will lose the ITV Hub on 28th September.
The National Football League (NFL) is partnering with ITV for the next three seasons for free-to-air coverage that will also be shown on STV in Scotland and Virgin Media TV in Ireland.
Christmas channels could be launching even earlier than before, as companies seek to make the most out of the run up.
TV owners will need to know which components are inside their TV – but there is an easier way to find out if ITV Hub will continue working after 28th September 2022.