Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB) has lodged a judicial review application to the High Court in relation to the recommendation by the former Broadcasting Authority (now Communications Authority) to issue three new free TV licences. TVB reiterates that it is not blindly objecting to the issuance of new free TV licences and that it is not afraid of competition. However, the broadcaster states that the government must first clarify three crucial questions: What is the optimal number of free TV … [Read more...] about Hong Kong’s TVB lodges judicial review on new free TV licences
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Hong Kong’s digital TV city-wide coverage exemption extended
Hong Kong - The Broadcasting Authority has given approval for Asia Television Limited (ATV) and Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB) to extend the coverage of their digital terrestrial television services to 85% by December 31, and extended the exemption for city-wide coverage to 30 June 2010. According to the Broadcasting Ordinance, ATV and TVB must ensure their television programme services can be received throughout Hong Kong to the authority's satisfaction. However, the ordinance also … [Read more...] about Hong Kong’s digital TV city-wide coverage exemption extended
