NEWS ANALYSIS
The wind of change blows through BBC
As the BBC faces its biggest overhaul since the 2006 Creative Future review, Katherine Rushton examines executive reaction to the shake-up and what the changes will mean for the corporation.
M&A;: Perfect partner or failed union?
For some, it’s a marriage made in heaven, for others, a relationship from hell. Should indies go for outside investment.
Placing BBC drama under the spotlight
Writers and producers alike have voiced their concerns about the commissioning process at the BBC. Broadcast continues the debate with an open letter to Jana Bennett. Katherine Rushton reports.
Serials and the stripped show making waves
With Torchwood on the BBC and the upcoming Collision on ITV1, highprofile stripped drama is making an impact on the schedules. But TV execs warn getting it right is a balancing act.
BBC expenses: an expensive lesson in transparency
The corporation’s decision to reveal allowances hasn’t exposed any duck houses, but ‘the antiseptic of sunlight’ will still make staff think twice about claims.
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Google: search for a working relationship
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BBC3: search for the secret of youth
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BBC comedy: Nothing funny about playing safe
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Top 10 tips for producing cheaper TV
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‘Nice little earners’ dry up for indies
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Wanted: less talk and more action
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Expenses: The drive toward deeper disclosure
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Getting under the skin of HD strategy
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Listening out for voices of the future
THE EDITOR
TALKING POINT
IN MY VIEW
If you’re good enough, you aren’t too old or too young
Male presenters without grey hair face same prejudices as older women, says Matt Barbet.
EMILY BELL
KATE BULKLEY
Don’t let the opportunity slip
Broadcasters need to get their houses in order for the industry’s sake.
