Digital decisions

Article Abstract:

The deadline for applications for licenses to run the six available digital terrestrial TV multiplexes in the UK expired at the end of January 1997. However, two multiplex licenses, one for Channel 4 and ITV, and one for the BBC, had effectively been awarded by the Independent Television Commission before that date, while Channel 5 and SC4C are set to co-broadcast on multiplex A. Bidders for multiplexes B, C and D include consortia Digital Television Network and British Digital Broadcasting. It is expected that the licenses will be awarded in spring 1997.

Television broadcasting stations, Powers and duties, United Kingdom. Independent Television Commission

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A prickly pair

Article Abstract:

A report published by London-based broker Henderson Crosthwaite concludes that the main digital terrestrial TV (DTT) licenses should be awarded to British Digital Broadcasting (BDB), a consortium of BSkyB, Carlton Communications and Granada Media Group. The report states that BDB is better placed to be successful than rival Digital Television Network, which has a weak financial position. It is yet to be seen whether the Independent Television Commission will agree with the report's findings, but it is widely predicted that its conclusions will be similar.

Communication services, not elsewhere classified, Radio & TV Services NEC, Other Telecommunications, Securities dealers, Reports, Mass media, Digital Television Network, British Digital Broadcasting, Henderson Crosthwaite

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The price of a hit

Article Abstract:

Leading UK broadcasters showed great interest in 'Murder One' at the annual May Screenings in Los Angeles. They competed very strongly for the UK rights to the show, which was created by Stephen Bochco. The battle was eventually won by BSkyB and the BBC, at a price of 160,000 pounds sterling an hour. This is twice the previous record amount for an imported series, and may mark a significant new trend in UK broadcasting.

Satellite Telecommunications, Satellite TV Communications, British Broadcasting Corp., Direct broadcast satellite television, Satellite television, British Sky Broadcasting Group PLC

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