Channel 4 finds ‘no evidence’ staff knew about Russell Brand allegations March 21, 2024 Broadcaster Channel 4 has concluded an investigation into allegations against former presenter Russell Brand, and found “no evidence” other staff were aware of accusations made against him The findings came after the 48-year-old actor, comedian and former presenter on the channel was accused of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse. Explosive claims were made against [...]
Channel 4 gears up new investment for ‘overlooked’ start-ups March 21, 2024 Channel 4 has launched a new investment initiative targeted towards “overlooked” start-ups, providing advertising opportunities in exchange for equity as the firm searches for new sources of revenue. The “Untapped” initiative, led by the media company’s investment arm, Channel 4 Ventures, is aimed at providing investment to high-growth businesses led by traditionally underrepresented founders based [...]
Channel 4: We are ‘well ahead’ of other broadcasters in the digital race February 11, 2024 The chief of Channel 4 has insisted the ailing broadcaster is "well ahead" of its competitors in the shift to digital as the sector battles with the rising power of streaming platforms such as Netflix and Amazon.
Channel 4 to leave London headquarters and make hundreds redundant January 29, 2024 Its new plan also includes "moving out of Channel 4’s London base in the next few years", currently based at the £90m headquarters in Horseferry Road, Victoria, since 1994.
Channel 4 plots 250 job cuts amid torrid ad market January 28, 2024 Channel 4 is reportedly preparing to slash nearly 250 roles, over 15 per cent of its workforce, marking the largest cut in its history.
Channel 4 plans to slash as many as 200 London jobs as broadcaster’s restructuring continues January 8, 2024 Channel 4 is planning to slash up to 200 jobs and most of the affected positions are expected to be London-based roles.
Channel 4 boss dismisses resignation rumours and eyes £75m credit dip November 28, 2023 Channel 4’s chief executive has quashed rumours of her departure amid an uphill struggle for the broadcaster.
Media bosses under fire over Russell Brand allegations September 17, 2023 Pressure is mounting on TV industry execs as allegations of sexual misconduct by entertainer Russell Brand come to light.
Johnny Mercer will ‘soon be history’, says Keir Starmer July 22, 2023 Sir Keir Starmer has labelled Johnny Mercer a “silly sod” who will “soon be history”, after he compared Labour’s new 25-year-old MP to a character from comedy series The Inbetweeners. The minister for Veterans’ Affairs said Keir Mather had been “dropped into” the Selby and Ainsty constituency in North Yorkshire and “spouted identikit Keir Starmer [...]
Channel 4 bosses decline pay rise as staff battle cost of living crisis and revenues dip July 12, 2023 Channel 4 boss Alex Mahon said the broadcaster’s top executives declined a pay rise and deferred their bonuses to stay “in line” with staff who are battling the cost-of-living crisis amid a “tough downturn” in the advertising market for the channel. The broadcaster’s annual report published on Wednesday said it had to “significantly” tighten the [...]