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The British Broadcasting Corporation's flagship analogue channel is the oldest television station in the world having started broadcasting in 1936. It offers a complete spectrum of entertainment, news and current affairs. There are no advertisements on BBC1 which is funded by a licence fee.Back to top^
The British Broadcasting Corporation's second station began in 1967. BBC2 transmits to a smaller audience and many programs which eventually make it to BBC1 are first aired on BBC2. There are no advertisements on BBC2 which is funded by a licence fee.Back to top^
Launched in 1982, Channel 4 is more of a programme publisher since it does not make any of its programmes. Whilst Channel 4 broadcasts a wide range of programmes it's particularly known for innovative comedy.Back to top^
In addition to the two analogue terrestrial channels, the BBC also transmits the following channels via FreeView, cable and satellite: BBC3, BBC4, BBC News 24, BBC Parliament, CBBC & CBeebies.
Formally known as Channel 5, Five was initially seen as a 'low-end' entertainment channel, but has recently been adding more mainstream content, particularly cult American television series.Back to top^
Launched in 1955, ITV 1 (Independent Television) was the first commercial television station in the U.K. ITV 1 produce a wide variety of programmes punctuated with advertisements.Back to top^
BBC Radio's chart and hit music station featuring: Chart, Dance, Rock/Indie, RnB/HipHop as well as cutting edge DJ shows.Back to top^
“BBC Radio 2, the most listened to station in the UK, combines popular music and culture with a diverse range of specialist music, features, documentaries, light entertainment and readings.”About Us - from the BBC Radio 2 website - back to top^
“BBC Radio 3 makes available a broad spectrum of classical music, jazz, world music, drama and arts discussions. The network focuses on presenting live and specially recorded music of the highest quality from the UK and beyond, including a variety of contributions from the BBC’s own performing groups. Radio 3 plays a role in shaping the national cultural agenda through its promotion of musical performance; its commissioning of music, and through its drama and ideas programmes.”About Us - from the BBC Radio 3 website - back to top^
BBC Radio's 'serious' station with a wide diversity of content including: News / Current affairs, Arts & Drama, Comedy & Quizzes, Science, Religion & Ethics, History & Factual. Did we mention Soap Operas? "The Archers" has been running for over 50 years and is still going strong!Back to top^
BBC Local radio station dedicated to London.Back to top^
Largest and most popular independent radio station in London, Capital FM has been operating for over thirty years.Back to top^
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