RTE looks to UK output to ease cash shortfall
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Irish broadcaster RTE cited a drop in television advertising and low licensing fees for its financial difficulties. The broadcaster will cut several shows, including Bull Island and Olivia O'Leary and buy more programming from the UK.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2001
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High point goes into production
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High Point Films and Television a drama distributor has set up a new production division, which will focus on film and television productions. Carl Simons has been appointed as the new head of development.
Publication Name: Broadcast
Subject: Mass communications
ISSN: 0040-2788
Year: 2004
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