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Originally Posted by theone2k10
This could very well happen , there is already a Milkshake on demand service available on youview.
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Interesting, I didn't know that.
No mention was made of Milkshake during the conversation about 5 Later, but that doesn't mean it won't be coming.
I do think it's very likely as it's apparent that they already have VOD infrastructure, programming, branding and a broadcasting licence for the Milkshake channel.
In addition, Channel 5 now have space to broadcast it on Freeview now that they have reclaimed their capacity from Top Up TV (who no longer need it after the cessation of their premium sports offering).
It has been described as only "expected" to appear on satellite. Freesat won't be a problem, but Channel 5 will have to find an SD EPG slot if they want it to go onto Sky.
I'll try and find out some more info. If anybody's interested.
Edit: According to Terry Duffelen from Channel 5, it will be similar to 4Seven and no start date has been decided upon.
I imagine that they are trying to sort out contracts with all platforms before making a decision.