Broadcasting News

Here at Prolific North, we’re proud provide the very latest broadcasting news and announcements covering the fast-developing worlds of television, film, and radio. Check out some of the very latest industry news and updates below from locations around including Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester and Sheffield - including but not limited to developments at the BBC in MediaCityUK and Channel 4's new HQ in Leeds.

Former Disney exec joins BBC Children’s

BBC Children’s has appointed Anna Taganov as its Head of Children’s Content & Programming Strategy.

Lime Pictures options Planet Omar from Hachette

Lime Pictures has signed a TV option deal for Planet Omar, from the award-winning author, Zanib Mian.

Sky Director of Drama sets up Manchester indie

Sky’s outgoing Drama Director, Cameron Roach, has established a new production company based at The Sharp Project in Manchester.

EE to open store on Coronation Street

ITV and EE have signed a new product placement deal, which will see an EE store open on Coronation Street.

“Reshuffle live” as Nadine Dorries named new Culture Secretary

Oliver Dowden has been replaced by Nadine Dorries as Culture Secretary.

Channel 4: "No evidence" privatisation would benefit audiences or economy

The public service broadcaster has responded officially to the Department for Culture, Media and Sport's consultation on its future.

Report: Privatisation of Channel 4 would have major impact on Northern economy

The potential privatisation of Channel 4 would have an adverse impact on jobs and the independent production sector in the North of England, according to a new report.

South Manchester comedy commissioned by BBC Three

BBC Three has announced a raft of new comedies, including Peck’Eds, from Soph Galustian.

BBC Children’s goes back to school with academic content

BBC Children’s and Education is to air specially selected content for the start of the academic year.

Screen Yorkshire appoints location specialist

Screen Yorkshire says it has experienced its busiest year to date for filming enquiries.

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