BBC One Announce Sir Lenny Henry Birthday Special
In 2018, after a long and glittering career, Sir Lenny is 60 - the perfect excuse to celebrate a man who has made a unique impact on British comedy.
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Red Smart Women Week Returns for 4th Year
Hearst UK has today that Red Smart Women Week will return for its fourth year this September, celebrating the brand’s 20th birthday.
More Stately Homes for Phil Spencer
Phil Spencer returns for a grand tour of four of our country’s finest - and most extravagant - country houses, to uncover the dramatic stories of their creation.
New Commissioner for Drama and Fiction at BBC Radio 4
Alison Hindell, currently the Head of Audio Drama for the BBC, has been appointed Radio 4’s new Commissioning Editor for Drama and Fiction.
Who Will Replace David Dimbleby on Question Time?
With David Dimbleby leaving the weekly political debate show Question Time at the end of this year, who is in the running to replace him?
David Dimbleby to Step Down as Question Time Host
Question Time host David Dimbleby to retire from the programme at the end of 2018.
Unions Approve BBC Employment Terms Changes
The BBC has welcomed the news that BECTU and the NUJ trade union members have voted in favour of the proposed changes to employment Terms and Conditions.
European Commission Clears Comcast Merger with Sky
The European Commission has unconditionally approved the acquisition by Sky by Comcast, raising no competition concerns.
BBC Two Commissions Super Sewer Documentary
BBC Two has commissioned Raw to produce a three-part documentary series following the £5bn project to build London’s 20 mile-long ‘super sewer’, cutting through the heart of the capital deep below the Thames.