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What are the UK’s Crown Jewel sporting events?

In the UK, the concept of ‘crown jewel; sporting events holds a special place in the hearts of sports enthusiasts and casual viewers alike. This term refers to a prestigious list of events that, by law, must be broadcast live on free-to-air television. This regulation ensures that these iconic events remain accessible to the widest […]

March 26, 2024

MPs call for major Scottish sporting events to be FTA

The UK House of Commons Scottish Affairs Committee has called for action from the UK Government and public service broadcasters to enable more Scots to watch major sporting events for free. In its report examining ‘Public broadcasting in Scotland’, the Committee sets out how public service broadcasters are often ‘priced out’ of being able to show sporting […]

March 2, 2023By Colin Mann