Sky’s long-running battle against illegal IPTV services in Ireland has now taken a major new turn, with the broadcaster directly targeting ordinary subscribers rather than just IPTV resellers and operators. In recent weeks, around 200 Irish households reportedly received cease-and-desist … Continue reading →
For the first time in more than 70 years, the BBC will not be the main broadcaster of the Commonwealth Games, with the 2026 Glasgow Games instead split between free-to-air highlights on Channel 5 and full live coverage on TNT … Continue reading →
If your Sky+ HD Box suddenly displays the message “There is a technical fault with this channel”, then the good news is that it does not always mean the box itself has failed. In many cases, especially after bad weather, … Continue reading →
The History of Satellite TV Piracy in the UK: From VideoCrypt to IPTV For more than 30 years, television piracy in the UK has evolved alongside the technology used to deliver pay-TV services. What began with modified analogue satellite decoders … Continue reading →
F1 Locks In Sky Deal Until 2034 – What It Means for Fans, Apple, and Streaming Formula 1 has secured its long-term broadcasting future in the UK and Ireland after agreeing a major extension with Sky Sports, keeping the sport … Continue reading →
CNN No Longer Free-to-Air in the UK: What the Change Means for Viewers A significant shift has taken place in the UK television landscape, as CNN International is no longer broadcast free-to-air via satellite. The move, implemented at the end … Continue reading →
As the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster approaches, one of the most powerful TV dramas ever made is returning to screens—this time for free. The critically acclaimed miniseries Chernobyl is set to air on Sky Mix, opening it up … Continue reading →
The 2026 Carabao Cup Final brings together Arsenal and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium on Sunday, 22 March 2026 — a clash between two of England’s strongest sides right now. This isn’t just about silverware. It’s a meeting of the … Continue reading →
The BBC has revealed plans that could significantly change the future of UK streaming television. As part of its response to the government consultation on the BBC’s next Royal Charter, the broadcaster has proposed expanding BBC iPlayer to include programmes … Continue reading →
The UK broadcaster Channel 5 is closing the standard definition (SD) satellite version of its main channel, moving to HD-only distribution on both Sky and Freesat.
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