Ofcom extends Channel 4’s licence for a further decade
The new licence is designed to support Channel 4’s digital content and distribution strategy, while safeguarding its investment in UK content, said Ofcom
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The new licence is designed to support Channel 4’s digital content and distribution strategy, while safeguarding its investment in UK content, said Ofcom
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