Freeview – SEENIT

Ministers launch consultation on closing down Freeview in 2034

June 23, 2026

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Freeview could be switched off by 2034 after ministers published proposals to deliver television channels over broadband instead of traditional aerials.

PSBs want streaming stick makers banned from encouraging users to rearrange apps

June 19, 2026

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Broadcasters are unhappy at Ofcom’s proposals for how streaming sticks and smart TVs should display their apps, while device makers have accused the regulator of exceeding Parliament’s intent.

BBC-backed taskforce: Extending Freeview beyond 2034 is ‘a poor use of money’

June 4, 2026

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A taskforce backed by the UK’s public service broadcasters says it would be “a poor use” of money to extend the lifespan of digital terrestrial television (DTT).