Channel 4 has said that will be a “continual investor” in British content in light of competition from the likes of Netflix and Amazon and has defended airing risky formats that highlight public se…
has said that will be a “continual investor” in British content in light of competition from the likes of Netflix and Amazon and has defended airing risky formats that highlight public service issues., speaking in front of a Department of Digital Culture, Media and Sport committee, was grilled about its non-scripted strategy.
The broadcaster is still in negotiations with BBC and ITV for forthcoming streaming service BritBox. “I can’t say too much about it because we are obviously in commercial negotiations, but we continue to be in discussions with ITV and with BBC about it and I’m very supportive of us as public service broadcasters working together”.
“I do think it’s important we work together as public service broadcasters, and I think it’s important that we put our toe in the water with SVODs,” she added. “I think it’s important we have that as British content together in a market.
Former Shine chief Mahon added that up to 270 employees, many in key commissioning roles could depart the company as it increases its profile in Glasgow, Bristol and Leeds, although she added that a number of employees that she expected to depart are staying.
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