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    ITC digital plans criticised by RSLs

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    The ITC's report on enhancing the UK's digital TV frequencies following analogue switch-off, the Genesis Project, has stirred up controversy with the organisation that represents local TV stations.The Local Independent TV

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    ORCHARD COVERS US POLL

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Former BBC News controller, TV news channels Tim Orchard has accepted a new job at the corporation, overseeing coverage of the US presidential elections. The move follows the January overhaul at

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    ITV takes part in global song competition

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    ITV director of programmes David Liddiment has commissioned a major new competition format from Carlton TV and Mike Mansfield Television, which aims to find the world's most popular song, writes Colin Robertson.

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    HENLEY MOVES UP TO MANAGING EDITOR AT CLASSIC

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Classic FM has named news editor and programme manager Darren Henley as managing editor. The move forms part of a series of internal changes and sees Henley taking responsibility for day-to-day

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    Trade Talk - Steve Clarke

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    On why proper funding and strong leadership are vital if the BBC is to build a commercial film policy.

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    TV CORP CHIEF TO HEAD MENTORN AS S+V'S FOULSER STEPS UP

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    The Television Corporation chief executive Chris Rowlands revealed that he has taken over as chief executive of Mentorn Group from Tom Gutteridge, as TV Corp revealed a fall in pre-tax profits

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    DEDICATED KIDS CHANNEL FOR HANNA-BARBERA CLASSICS

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Cartoon Network UK is to launch a new animation channel called Boomerang to feature classic Hanna-Barbera cartoons. Targeting babyboomers and their children, Boomerang will launch on 27 May, showcasing classic animations

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    LAUGHTON CHAIRS FESTIVAL

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    The Sheffield International Documentary Festival has appointed former United Broadcasting & Entertainment chief executive Roger Laughton as its new chairman. Starting in January 2001, he replaces Roger James.

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    Off the Record - What a carry on

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Company Pictures was naturally delighted to sign up Barbara Windsor as an advisor on Cor, Blimey! its ITV drama about Babs' relationship with fellow Carry On star Sid James which airs

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    CARLTON INTERNATIONAL SECURES THREE NEW DEALS

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Carlton International has struck three new deals with new UK entertainment channel Hallmark Entertainment Network, Channel 5 and Flextech lifestyle channel Living. Hallmark, which is set to launch on Sky Digital

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    International News - Kumahor leaves Capricorn for target sales role

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    UK-based Target Distribution has hired a new sales executive to look after Asia, central and eastern Europe, eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East. Clare Kumahor joins from Capricorn Programmes where she

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    BSC's Holme calls for TV 'lessons' in schools

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Schools should teach children how to plan their TV viewing in the multichannel age, according to Broadcasting Standards Commission chairman Lord Holme, writes John Lewis.

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    ONEWORD SIGNS DEAL TO BROADCAST FICTION READINGS

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    New digital radio station Oneword has secured the rights to broadcast classic fiction readings from Martin Jarvis and Juliet Stevenson. The agreement between the two actors and the new comedy, books

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    Broadcast International - Mip-TV - Cover story - Europe's cross-border raiders

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    A flurry of recent acquisitions and mergers are beginning to consolidate European broadcasting. Chris Forrester examines the future shape of the industry across the continent and whether the marriages are likely to continue.

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    Broadcast International - Mip-TV - Land of opportunity

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Japan has historically been an unwelcoming place for foreign programming - it was famously the only major market where even Dallas failed to make it. But all that is set to change. William Rea reports.

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    Broadcast International - Mip-TV - Canadian Buyers - Filling the slots

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Canadian broadcasters will be seeking a wide range of programmes from dramas and one-off series to sci-fi and internet-friendly propositions. Denis Seguin reveals the programmers' target areas for this year's market.

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    Broadcast International - Mip-TV - French Buyers - French resistance

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Since it is Europe's leading animation producer and has prolific documentary and primetime fiction production sectors, France can be a tricky market to sell into. Julien Dubois seeks out what opportunites there are for sellers.

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    Broadcast International - Mip-TV - German Buyers - Complex scene

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    With 30 channels available free-to-air all over the country, Germany is one of the most competitive TV markets in the world. Martin Blaney investigates the intricate web of the main players' acquisition and rights strategies.

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    Broadcast International - Mip-TV - UK Buyers - Shopping spree

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    With several established US series on Channel 4 and an evening slot for acquired programming on BBC 2, mainstream UK television can represent an important market for distributors. David Collins reports.

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    Broadcast International - Mip-TV - US Buyers - World networks

    2000-04-07T00:00:00Z

    Long-term relationships with foreign partners seem to be on the cards for many US broadcasters. John Hazelton discovers what type of deals four very different US channels will be looking to finalise at the market.