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BBC to explore licence fee reform says Director General Tim Davie
BBC Director General Tim Davie has said the broadcaster’s mission to inform, educate and entertain is more vital than ever as it grapples with rapid technological change, disinformation and social division.
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BBC defies UK scripted commissioning downturn
The BBC commissioned half of all scripted content in the UK last year, according to a new report by Ampere Analysis.
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UK Culture Secretary appoints expert panel to advise on future funding of BBC
UK Culture Secretary Luzy Frazer has invited a panel of nine experts to provide advice as part of the government-led review looking at future funding models for the BBC.
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Pinewood opens expansion of Shepperton Studios
Pinewood has officially opened the expansion at Shepperton Studios, Surrey with Amazon MGM Studios and Netflix occupying the new sound stages.
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BBC Studios Productions Australia acquires Werner Film Productions
BBC Studios Productions Australia has acquired Australian drama series producer Werner Film Productions.
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Omar Sy, Louis Leterrier and Thomas Benski launch Carrousel Studios
Lupin star Omar Sy, Fast X director Louis Leterrier and former Pulse Films CEO Thomas Benski have launched European studio and media company Carrousel Studios.
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Pact issues generative AI principles and guidance
UK producers’ organisation Pact has issued a list of principles and guidance for its members on the implications of using generative AI for TV and film projects.
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Publisher Scholastic to acquire kids TV producer 9 Story Media
US publisher Scholastic has agreed to acquire Canada-based kids TV producer and distributor 9 Story Media Group for $186m.
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Juliette Binoche unveiled as next European Film Academy President
French actress Juliette Binoche is set to succeed Polish filmmaker Agnieszka Holland as the new President of the European Film Academy.
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Fremantle strikes deal with Rachel Weisz and Polly Stokes’ Astral Projection
Fremantle has signed a first look and development deal with Astral Projection, the production company from Academy Award winning actress Rachel Weisz and British executive producer Polly Stokes.
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Channel 4 to cut back Hollyoaks episodes
UK broadcaster Channel 4 is to cut the number of weekly episodes of its long-running soap Hollyoaks from five to three from September 2024.
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Germany’s Leonine Studios launches documentary division
Leading German producer and distributor Leonine Studios is expanding its production division with the launch of new label Leonine Documentaries, headed by Jochen Koestler.
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BBC Studios buys ITV’s stake in BritBox International
BBC Studios is taking full ownership of streaming service BritBox International, acquiring ITV’s 50% share for £255m.
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Bectu calls for government intervention amid “shocking work drought” in film and TV
UK union Bectu says the country’s film and TV industry is experiencing a “shocking work drought” and that freelance workers are bearing the brunt.
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Warner Bros Discovery, Paramount Global halt merger talks – report
Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) has halted merger talks with Paramount Global, according to media reports.
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Bad Wolf strikes £4m deal with Welsh government
Cardiff-based production company Bad Wolf and the Welsh Government have agreed a funding deal that will ensure a slate of high-end TV dramas will be made in Wales over the next four years.
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BBC sets out plans for incorporating GenAI
The BBC has outlined its plans for working with Generative AI (GenAI) through a series of pilots designed to explore the benefits of using the technology in three key areas.
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Young digital innovators called upon for the RTS 2024 bursary schemes
The British forum for television and media, the Royal Television Society (RTS), has launched its renowned bursary schemes for 2024, aiming to increase inclusivity and reflect diverse voices of Britain for young people wishing to pursue a career in the screen industries. The initiative aims to demonstrate to scholars that ...
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Pitches unveiled for Kickstart Day 2024: projects to address biggest challenges in M&E
Project pitches on the most progressive challenges in 2024 across the M&E industry have been revealed for the IBC Accelerators Kickstart Day as 12 shortlisted projects have been announced.
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Cinelab appoints Steve Milne as Vice-Chairman
Cinelab Film & Digital has appointed former Molinare CEO Steve Milne as Vice-Chairman.