Channel 5 Sees Best Christmas Ratings Since 2005
Channel 5 grew its share of individuals viewing, ABC1 viewers and free-to-air portfolio more than any other terrestrial channel in 2021, according to BARB data.
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Loose Women Director Oliver Gardner Joins Talk TV
Talk TV has confirmed that Oliver Gardner will join as Deputy Head of Studio Output, reporting into Executive Creative Director and Head of Studio Output, Erron Gordon.
Dylan Moran to Write and Star in New BBC Two Comedy “Stuck”
Dylan Moran and Morgana Robinson set to star in new comedy series "Stuck", coming to BBC Two and BBC iPlayer in 2022.
KISS Announces Refresh of Weekend Schedule
KISS Radio has announced a refresh of its weekend programming, with some new shows planned for 2022.
S4C Joins Albert Sustainable Production Consortium
S4C has launched a new partnership with albert, the consortium of the UK's largest production companies and broadcasters.
Scala Radio Launches Station Dedicated to Women Composers
From the 6th of January 2022 listeners will be able to listen to a station dedicated to women composers as part of the stations available to Scala Radio Premium subscribers.
Ofcom to Renew National DAB Multiplex Licences
The UK Government is giving media regulator, Ofcom the power to renew the UK's two national commercial radio multiplex licences.
Deborah Turness Appointed Head of BBC News
The BBC has announced that Deborah Turness has been appointed as CEO, BBC News and Current Affairs, joining the BBC from ITN.
The Hits Radio Network Revamps Daytime Schedule
The Hits Radio Network is marking the next step in its evolution as it reveals a revamped daytime schedule on weekdays.