Originally Posted by BenMcr (Post 35416034)

I have a feeling this is very much a one off from the BBC due to the high profile nature of the event (and some cash from Sky possibly)

Originally Posted by Alan Fry (Post 35416029)

Thats very good news and the type we have not heard for some time :)
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Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35416067)

Thats because you have been away for some time Alan.;)

Originally Posted by RichardCoulter (Post 35415981)

Yes, sounds like the same rumour that I was told last night. I can't name the source, so deliberately phrased the info loosely, as I am unable to verify it.

I don't believe the DS poster is correct though about his idea that it may just be a change of genre, as this would not free up a SD EPG slot.

I guess it is coming off VM as there wouldn't be enough viewers without the satellite viewers.

Is it FTA on Sky? If so, is it on Freesat?

If it is a pay channel, I suppose they won't stay on VM for similar reasons to Current TV.

Originally Posted by Alan Fry (Post 35416072)

No, they have been rather lacking in the new/better channels and servcies department :(

Originally Posted by Alan Fry (Post 35416029)

Now that the BBC is providing 48 channels for the Olympics, will this set a presedent for future sporting events, like future Olympics or even Football?

Originally Posted by Chad (Post 35416147)

I think it's purely down to the Olympics being in London. It's a home event and the BBC are the home broadcaster funded by the people of Britain. I don't think the BBC will offer this level of coverage for future Olympics or World Cups. If anything, the BBC will continue to reduce the amount of sport they cover:(

Originally Posted by Alan Fry (Post 35416157)

But Sky will continue to increase theirs?

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35416115)

That poster works for Sky and his posts are always on the ball - maybe he know something we dont.

But I cant find an link for that story on the Canis Media web site (Web site was last updated in March 2012).

Originally Posted by geordiechris (Post 35416251)

It looks like the story is true, doesn't mention anything about what's happening with the channel though.

Found this MB:

http://canismedia.co.uk/a-round-up-o...on-april-2012/

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35416307)

From what l hear through informed sources is that PBS is here to stay in the UK! and they are just thinking about moving to a different EPG slot.:)

Originally Posted by denphone (Post 35416307)

From what l hear through informed sources is that PBS is here to stay in the UK! and they are just thinking about moving to a different EPG slot.:)

Originally Posted by Media Boy (Post 35416369)

Maybe I have work it out (bear with me)

-If Channel 4 buys PBS slot over on Sky for More4 +2 and later 4seven.
-Then as part of the deal PBS take over Channel 4 Slot on Sky Channel 269.

Just an idea..

Originally Posted by muppetman11 (Post 35416371)

Sky Channel 269 is labelled More4+2 now.