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The CMA's final decision is to release merger undertakings given by British Sky Broadcasting Group plc in 2001.
Culture Secretary promises to remove “Sword of Damocles” anti-free press laws as she opens Second Reading of the Media Bill
Information on the different types of mobile phone base station, and how exposures are measured.
Find out if you need a licence to show films - public screenings, using film in schools, choosing a licence, penalties for breaching copyright
Heather Rabbatts (CBE) is a qualified Barrister and has held a number of senior executive positions across the public sector, sport and broadcasting. After more than a decade as a CEO of local authorities, which included a turnaround at the...
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Compliance with a range of quotas including originations, independent productions, news, current affairs, made out of London productions and regional output
Internet-based TV channels on smart TVs could be brought in line with existing Ofcom content rules on traditional TV
Data showing the proportion of qualifying network hours broadcast in 2019 that qualified as regional productions
It is an offence to establish and use an unlicensed broadcasting station on board ships either within or outside UK territorial limits.
Government confirms broadcasting licences for 34 local TV stations can be extended for the next decade
The CMA is investigating suspected breaches of competition law in relation to the purchase of freelance services and the employment of staff supporting the production, creation and/or broadcasting of television content in the UK, excluding sport content.
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