Time to move on

Article Abstract:

Makers of documentary soap (docu-soap) television programmes point out they are not only entertaining viewers but they also show how other British people live and work. They are inexpensive to produce but need careful editing. Some of the ideas in docu-soaps have led to the production of drama programmes. Many media critics are dismissive of docu-soaps suggesting they are tedious and accuse the producers of making more docu-soaps because they are less costly. Television viewers seem to like docu-soaps which often manage to get a 35% share of the audience when they are broadcast.

United Kingdom, Analysis, Television programs, Criticism and interpretation, Popular culture, Broadcasting policy, Docudrama television programs, Historical drama (Television programs)

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Sky goes one up

Article Abstract:

UK digital television broadcaster BSkyB is attempting to beat rival firm On Digital, by producing cheaper bundled packages, launching earlier than expected and promising free dish installation to subscribers. BSkyB will launch its digital service on 1 Oct 1998, while On Digital have committed to a November launch. Analysts predict On Digital will have a subscription base of 2.9 million by the year 2002, while BSkyB will have a subscription base of 4.7 million. BSkyB's digital service is received by satellite dish, while On Digital requires neither dish nor cable.

Planning, British Sky Broadcasting Group PLC, Digital television, On Digital

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Making an impact

Article Abstract:

UK independent television production company trade group Pact chief executive Shaun Williams believes independent television production companies are not getting a fair deal when dealing with the large broadcasters, such as the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) or ITV. Williams is determined to improve the fairness surrounding independent production companies' dealings with broadcasters. He established a trade agreement between the two parties during the first week of his term of officer.

Management, Interview, Television production companies, Williams, Shaun, PACT Group

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