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Howard admits credibility gap
Press Review 7 July 2004
Michael Howard has admitted that his party hasn't yet convinced the public that it is ready to form the next government.
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Spitting Image to return?
Press Review 18 May 2004
Talks are being held at ITV about a possible return for the satirical puppet show Spitting Image.
Young audience missing from BBC's politics coverage
Press Review 12 May 2004
The BBC has withdrawn from its attempt to engage younger viewers in traditional Westminster politics after failing to attract the under-45s to a series of new political programmes.
BBC to tighten live news rules
Press Review 11 May 2004
The BBC's rules on live interviews relating to controversial news stories need to be tightened, the corporation’s governors will be told.
Tory broadcast uses satire instead of spin
News Article 7 May 2004
The Tories are using mockery as a means of attacking Labour's public service record.
BBC to upgrade current affairs coverage
Press Review 29 April 2004
In a bid to restore its public service credentials, the BBC is to put greater emphasis on current affairs and the arts.
More funds needed to help digital TV switch
Press Review 27 April 2004
Tessa Jowell has asked the Treasury to provide £300 million to help to fund the proposed switch from analogue broadcasting to digital.
Ofcom floats overhaul of BBC licence fee
Press Review 22 April 2004
A report by media regulator Ofcom has suggested that the BBC's license fee revenue could be shared with rival broadcasters to fund public service broadcasting.
Tory fears over 'political idol'
Press Review 16 April 2004
Conservatives have reportedly expressed concern at a new ITV programme aiming to find its own candidate for the next general election.
Lib Dems urge review of free satellite TV
News Article 8 April 2004
The Welsh Liberal Democrats have called on media regulators to consider the provision of free digital satellite TV access.
Scots government to relax satellite planning rules
News Article 8 April 2004
The Scottish executive could be set to relax planning rules on satellite dishes despite environmental fears.
Ministers pressed to change channels
Press Review 1 April 2004
The government needs to do more to encourage the take-up of digital TV, the communications regulator has said.
