A new proposal to make 10 Premier League matches available on free-to-air UK television each season has entered the spotlight, as Members of Parliament (MPs) push for a change that could reshape football broadcasting in the country. The amendment, brought … Continue reading →
In a rapidly changing broadcast landscape, many UK viewers are wondering: When will Freeview be switched off? The short answer: not anytime soon. Freeview—Britain’s free-to-air digital terrestrial TV platform—will remain available until at least 2034. But while the signal stays, … Continue reading →
In today’s streaming world, subtitles have become a crucial feature for many viewers—whether it’s for accessibility, language learning, or simply watching content in noisy environments. If you’re using or considering Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) services, you may be wondering: Do … Continue reading →
It’s that time of year again when the Sun, or a Solar Outage, can disrupt satellite signals received by your dish, causing temporary loss of some weaker UK TV channels. This guide is helpful for those experiencing this phenomenon for … Continue reading →
ITV has confirmed that it will complete its transition to HD only broadcasting on UK satellite TV next month, with the final two main SD channels shutting down. Throughout October, all remaining regional versions of ITV1 SD will be removed … Continue reading →
There are a few changes to satellite TV channels today: SkyPremiere+1 has been removed – no point keeping a +1 SD channel, when people prefer to watch in HD. Movies24 has moved from Sky channel number 325 to Sky channel … Continue reading →
The 2024 Six Nations takes place between Saturday 2nd February 2024 and Saturday 16th March 2024. It is currently sponsored by the Guinness, and also known as the Guinness Six Nations. The BBC and ITV will once again share live … Continue reading →
A few UK TV channel closures happening in the near future… Sewing Quarter – closed 30th December. VH-1 UK – closes 7th January 2020. 5Spike – to be replaced by Paramount Network 7th January 2020. Box Upfront – due to … Continue reading →
Are the Irish Channel 4’s on frequency 12480 about to move to the UK beam? Channel 4 operate Irish variations of their Channel 4, E4, More 4 channels. This is probably down to rights issues, where Irish broadcaster have the … Continue reading →
A lost satellite is starting to cause headaches for satellites operators, which may impact TV viewing across Europe. Amos 5 has been declared as “dead” after suffering a major electrical problem in November just after launch. All attempts to recover … Continue reading →
The BBC and ITV have announced how they will be sharing the coverage of the Euro 2016 Finals. The opening match of the tournament between hosts France and Romania on 10 June will be on ITV. The BBC will broadcast … Continue reading →
Is watching UK TV in Spain legal? A question that has confused expats living in Spain for several years. And the answer is yes and no. It all depends which UK TV channels, and how you watch them. Is watching … Continue reading →
Football League Tonight Channel 5 Starts August 8 Channel Five is the new home for the Championship Football League and League Cup highlights. The highlights show will be on Saturdays at 9pm, and promises to show all goals from all … Continue reading →
Formula 1 returns from its brief break due to the cancellation of the German Grand Prix, with the Hungarian Grand Prix from the Hungaroring. And with the tragic news on Friday of the death of Jules Bianchi several months after … Continue reading →
BBC licence fee to remain for a decade A committee of MPs has decided to support the retention of BBC licence fee for the next decade, however, has stated the licence has “no long-term future”. The fee has come under … Continue reading →