Channel 4Es PR problem

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Channel 4Es future strategy is to move closer to its public service origins and away from commercialization. It has asked for [pounds sterling]100 million to help commission more of the brave, innovative programming that it is known for. The unprecedented success of Big Brother has helped Channel 4 garner about [pounds sterling]60 million in profits, but it has also distorted public perception of Channel 4 as a public broadcaster, which the requested additional funding may restore.

Financial management, Public affairs, Public relations, Company public relations, Company financing

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Cold steel and silky charm

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Endemol UK is the biggest programming supplier to the UK's television broadcast market, with 6,659 hours in 2002. The firm, which has 250 employees and sales of 65 mil pounds sterling in 2002, is headed by chairman Peter Bazalgette. An interview with him covers such topics as a new deal to provide comedy content to Hutchison 3G phones, new programs, the future of independent production companies and relations with government broadcast regulators.

Sales, profits & dividends, Interview, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Company sales and earnings, Company earnings/profit, Rankings, Bazalgette, Peter, Endemol Entertainment UK

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Big, but not clever

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The importance of maintaining the quality of the television programs and the duty of care to real people is analyzed. It is suggested that television shows like Big Brother by channel 4 should not be programmed just for the sake of winning the television audience ratings.

Product quality, Services information, Editorial, Services, Quality management, Television programs, Big Brother (Television program)

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