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Two channels prepare to stream directly to Freeview and Freely users
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Two more channels prepare to stream on Freeview - RXTV
Ofcom has this week issued new broadcasting licences for two standalone hybrid streaming services.
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March 14, 2025 at 11:13 PM
State of the art studio set launched in 2023 could end up unused for most of the day as BBC outlines plan to cut back on TV sports news bulletins
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BBC culls TV sports news bulletins - RXTV
Two years after the merger of the BBC's two news channels, the BBC is axing much of its UK-specific sports news provision.
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March 13, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Majority want Freeview saved from the axe, according to new research
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Majority want Freeview TV protected from axe - RXTV
Amidst renewed uncertainty for the UK's digital terrestrial television service, better known as Freeview, new research shows widespread support
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March 13, 2025 at 10:53 PM
Meet the losers: the sports channels that are no longer on air in the tough (and expensive) world of sports broadcasting
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The losers: the Sports Channels that are no longer on air - RXTV
Many broadcasters have and tried and failed to challenge Sky's dominance of sports broadcasting since the 1990s.
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March 4, 2025 at 6:35 AM
That's TV confirms it will seek to renew all of its local TV licences, but warns of extra costs of broadcasting on Freeview

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Local TV operator That's TV confirms Freeview channel renewal bid - RXTV
The UK's largest operator of local TV services says it is applying to renew all of its licences allowing it to keep its channels on air this year.
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March 4, 2025 at 6:33 AM
Sky confirms changes to channel line-up caused by closure of Eurosport
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Sky confirms how Eurosport axe will affect channel line-up - RXTV
Eurosport will be demoted on Sky satellite during its last day on air in the UK and Ireland, as channels are reshuffled.
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February 21, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Prime Video begins streaming live Ligue 1 French football on Saturday

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French Ligue 1 football arrives on Prime Video - RXTV
Prime Video is adding live coverage of Ligue 1 games from this weekend for viewers in the UK. No Prime Membership is required to watch the
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February 20, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Why is my internet connected Freeview or Freely TV missing streaming channels?

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Why is my internet connected Freeview or Freely TV missing streaming channels? - RXTV
Smart TV users miss out on Freeview or Freely streaming channels, even though they are connected to the internet and their TV supports
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February 20, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Minor Freeview changes today
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Freeview Updates - RXTV
Keep up-to-date with the latest Freeview channel updates with an overview of the latest changes and retune events.
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February 19, 2025 at 4:41 PM
What's the future for Freeview's local channels?

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What's the future for Freeview local TV? - RXTV
Current local TV operators face a year of regulatory scrutiny to determine if they're fit to operate a service on Freeview for another decade.
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February 16, 2025 at 7:32 AM
The BBC will show three games, ITV four games from the FA Cup fifth round
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Fifth round FA Cup coverage on BBC and ITV confirmed - RXTV
ITV will screen four games in the fifth round of the FA Cup, with the BBC picking up coverage of three games.
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February 16, 2025 at 7:31 AM
Two Freeview streaming channels combine in new home
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Freeview streaming channels combine in new home - RXTV
E-gaming channel GINX and extreme sports channel Extreme have relaunched on Freeview via the Channelbox streaming portal,
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February 16, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Rakuten TV streaming service offers Valentine's specials

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Rakuten TV streaming service offers Valentine's specials - RXTV
Rakuten TV promises to becomes the perfect destination for lovers of romantic cinema with a selection of films that ...
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February 11, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Ofcom consults on new TV prominence rules

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Ofcom consults on new TV prominence rules - RXTV
The new Media Act means broadcasters can deliver some of their public service content via streaming services instead of on traditional
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February 11, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Channels including Blaze will remain on Sky's satellite and streaming platforms
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Hearst channels to remain on Sky - RXTV
Hearst Networks has signed a deal that will keep its channels, some already operated as a joint venture with Sky, on satellite and streaming services. Sky will continue to offer viewers access to Hear...
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February 6, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Opening night of Premier League Darts 2025 season, featuring Luke Littler, to be shown live on free-to-air TV
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Sky to screen live Darts on Freeview - RXTV
Sky TV coverage of the opening night of the 2025 Darts Premier League season, featuring Luke Littler, will be made available on Freeview
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February 4, 2025 at 9:08 PM
ITV1 making major primetime change in 2026

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ITV1 making major primetime change in 2026 - RXTV
Commercial broadcaster changing times of two of its most popular shows to make them more streaming-friendly.
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February 4, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Sky remains the home of PDC darts until 2030

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Sky remains home of darts until 2030 - RXTV
Sky Sports will exclusively broadcast over 60 days of live coverage from the biggest darts tournaments each year until at least 2030.
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February 4, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Sky hikes prices by double the rate of inflation.

Find out who can exit penalty free:
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Sky hikes prices by double the rate of inflation - RXTV
From April, Sky's TV and broadband customers can expect to pay more for their services. But unlike other companies, some of Sky's customers...
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February 4, 2025 at 3:43 PM
STV reintroduces Shortland Street back to UK screens...

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STV reintroduces Shortland Street to UK screens - RXTV
The New Zealand-based medical soap was periodically available on UK TV two decades ago. STV has added the soap to its streaming service
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February 3, 2025 at 8:46 PM
More Brits put up with ads on Netflix

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More Brits Put up with Ads on Netflix - RXTV
Latest ratings data covering the three months up to the end of 2024 show fewer homes had a Netflix subscription and more homes
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February 3, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Local TV operator That's TV found in breach of licence conditions yet again...
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Local TV operator That's TV found in breach... again - RXTV
Broadcast regulator Ofcom says That's TV did not respond to its requests for information about the service it provides.
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February 3, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Sneaky withdrawal of BBC Red Button service gathers pace as more devices stop supporting it

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Sneaky withdrawal of BBC Red Button Text gathers pace - RXTV
There was an uproar when the BBC originally proposed to close its digital text service. Its closure now comes via the back door.
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February 3, 2025 at 8:44 PM