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Freeview urges viewers to retune TV for 14 channel changes

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 08:38 · Archive

Freeview viewers have been urged to retune their televisions following an update made on October 21 that includes 14 channel changes and two new channels.

Freeview viewers are being urged to retune their televisions following an update that went live across the UK on October 21. The update features 14 changes, including the launch of two new channels. Freeview said: 'You will need to retune to update your TV and keep your channels and TV Guide up to date.'

Freeview noted that channels are constantly evolving on the service, with individual broadcasters making decisions to move, add or remove channels.

In a separate development, the BBC has confirmed that BBC Three will close as a linear channel in spring 2027. The closure is part of wider cost-saving measures, with the broadcaster aiming to save £500 million by 2028. BBC Director-general Matt Brittin said: 'We need to make every pound work harder for audiences as we respond to the immediate cost pressures and reinvent the BBC for a changing world.' He added that much of the content currently on BBC Three will still be available on iPlayer and Sounds.

BBC Three, which targets viewers aged 16 to 34, first launched in 2003 and is known for comedy, drama, documentaries and LGBTQ+ content, having broadcast shows including Gavin & Stacey and Being Human.

Freeview urges viewers to retune TV for 14 channel changes
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