Grade: longer running drama series are key
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Independent Television (ITV) executive chairman Michael Grade is looking for returning series that could run for 14-16 weeks a year for three to five years as an attempt to revive 9pm drama. ITV operating profits for the first six months of 2007 are presented, showing that earnings fell lower than expected, but that signs of recovery are showing. Strategic review at ITV is being conducted and more detailed plans will be affirmed on September 12.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2007
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Something for the 16-34s' weekend
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Channel 4 dominates the youth market especially with their T4 programming slot. Channel 4's Jules Oldroyd looks for ideas that can go for extended periods which does not require younger viewers to watch the programs religiously.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2007
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'We made the right decision'
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Andy Duncan and Kevin Lygo, chiefs of Channel 4, shares their views about "Big Brother" controversy.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2007
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