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Originally Posted by Mobes
I guess my question needs to go in a 'GOING SOON?' thread lol but if the Scots vote for Independence will the BBC channels go behind a pay wall in Scotland?
I can understand all the others will be fine as they are advert led but what about the Beeb?
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At this stage no one knows. This will be worked out, in the event of separation. Freesat is one option.
One proposal was for a Scottish Broadcasting Service, to take over from the BBC to opt into programmes by contract, al la RTE in Ireland where they simulcast a number of programs. No decision on adverts, it should be free at the point of delivery.
I believe the BBC will try an maintain their presence in Scotland. This could be through an arrangement with the Scottish Government, SBS or via payTV services.
It hasn't happened yet. I believe a considerable amount of people would like to maintain the programs, but not the news services, that would need to be based in Scotland!
But very controversial