Ofcom to invite applications for extra HD slot on digital terrestrial TV
Ofcom has decided today that it will invite applications for an extra HD slot on digital terrestrial TV (DTT).
It will mean that a fifth channel will join BBC HD, BBC One HD, ITV1 HD and 4HD.
Over 50% or the UK can receive HD broadcasts including Manchester, London, Newcastle, Leeds, Birmingham, Liverpool, and the majority of Wales.
The closing date for applications is 17 October 2011, and it is expected that the new channel will be ready to launch by the start of next April.