The Government proposal to privatise Channel 4 'is cultural vandalism', Manchester Central MP Lucy Powell has said in a stinging statement.
Ms Powell, the Shadow Culture Secretary, said the move would 'cost jobs and opportunities'. The broadcaster said on Monday the Government has decided to go ahead with plans to privatise Channel 4.
The channel, launched in November 1982, is currently owned by the Government and receives its funding from advertising. A spokesperson for Channel 4 said it was 'disappointed' with the decision, but would 'continue to engage' with the Government on the process to 'ensure that Channel 4 continues to play its unique part in Britain’s creative ecology and national life'.
The statement also accused the Government of ignoring the views of viewers, adding: "With over 60,000 submissions to the Government's public consultation, it is disappointing that today's announcement has been made without formally recognising the significant public interest concerns which have been raised." Ms Powell said: "Nothing screams a rudderless Government like announcements on Channel 4 while people's energy bills are through the roof.
Read more on manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Get the latest stars news and celebrity rumours with exclusive stories, photos, videos and interviews.
Breaking up, scandals, engagements, divorces, gossip – all you need to know about the private lives of your favorite celebs.
Get to know the latest showbiz news along with exclusive interviews and even more. All this is waiting for you on the main page 24 hours a day, 7 days a week! Who, where, when, with whom, how, why and for what!? Stay tuned to know first!
Just follow us daily and we will provide you with the current news from the life of famous stars and celebrities.
Owner: SNOWLAND s.r.o.
Registration certificate 06691200
Address:
Snowland s.r.o.
16200, Na okraji 381/41, Veleslavín, 162 00 Praha 6
Czech Republic
©2024. All rights reserved.