Carlton/NGT link bears first fruit

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Carlton Television and National Grography Television (NGT) have rolled out several new natural history productions, encompassing the first output from the programming joint venture created between them, earlier in 1998. The new shows, which will be aired initially on NGT channels worldwide before being marketed to other broadcasters through Carlton International and Explore International, encompass Wildlife Rescue International and Back to the Wild, two series with 12 shows of 60 minutes each; The Elephant That Thinks It's a Bufffalo, a 60-minute special program; Wildsex and Call of the Wild, two series that each comprise four 60-minute shows; and Working Dogs, a series of 13 shows of 30 minutes each.

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Has launched several new natural history programs in collaboration w/ Carlton Television, as part of their programming JV

Services introduction, Carlton Television Ltd., National Grography Television

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Merton complaints upheld

Article Abstract:

BBC 1 was reprimanded by the Broadcasting Standards Commission (BSC) over racist remarks made by Bernard Manning during the initial telecast of "The Mrs. Merton Show" on March 19, 1998. The BSC said Manning's remarks, which were part of his response to the question why he used racist materials in his performances, were beyond the acceptable boundaries of taste and decency. The regulator also determined that Mrs. Merton's method of interviewing might not have been the proper approach for Manning, who is well known for his racist views. The BSC's action was in response to the complaints of 12 viewers.

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Is rebuked by the Broadcasting Standards Commission over a guest's racist remarks in the 1st telecast of "The Mrs Merton Show"

Government regulation, British Broadcasting Corp.

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