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New rules – UK government knuckling down on streaming giants
Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video are among the streamers who will be given new rules bringing them in line with traditional broadcasters
This comes as streaming services are set to be regulated by Ofcom for the first time in the U-K
Under the new government policy, Ofcom regulation would protect audiences from harmful material and boost accuracy, fairness and privacy for British audiences.
Department for Culture, Media and Sport says the proposals are intended to create a “new golden age” of British TV and “help the nation’s public service broadcasters thrive”.
Culture Secretary labels UK TV as an “the envy of the world” and says brits are delivering ground-breaking public service programs
The reform aims to support British broadcasters and revamp decades-old laws to help public service compete in the internet age.
While linear TV channels must currently abide by Ofcom rules, most Video on Demand services are not currently subject to the regulator’s Broadcasting Code.
The move is welcomed by public service broadcasters, who have been lobbying for streaming services to face the same regulations as them for several years.
BBC iPlayer is the only streaming service which has to abide by Ofcom’s Broadcasting Code.
But the new measures mean Ofcom would have the powers to ensure all streamers are subject to stricter rules.
The government said the maximum fine for regulated streaming services who break the rules will be £250,000, or an amount up to 5 per cent of an organisation’s revenue, whichever is higher.
Australia’s multimillion-dollar campaign to attract Hollywood productions to its shores appears to be paying off.
The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.
The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.
Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.
Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured
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