M/11/027 – Scripps / UKTV
Transaction details
The proposed acquisition of a 50% stake in UK Channel Management Limited, UK Gold Holdings Limited and UKTV New Ventures Limited (UKTV) by Southbank Media Limited (a wholly owned subsidiary of Scripps Networks Interactive Inc.) has been cleared by the Authority.
| Notification date | Decision date |
|---|---|
| Friday August 19, 2011 | Thursday, September 1, 2011 |
| Parties Involved | Business activities |
|---|---|
| Scripps Network Interactive Inc | Scripps is involved in the provision of a number of television channels and interactive services. |
| UKTV | UKTV is engaged in developing, scheduling and broadcasting television channels, websites and on-demand services. |
| Economic sector | Media merger |
|---|---|
| Television Broadcasting | Yes |
| Submissions from third parties due by: | |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Phase 2 |
| Monday, August 29, 2011 | |
| Current status: Completed |
|---|
| Cleared (Phase 1) |
| Authorised Officer Assigned | Contact Details |
|---|---|
| Barry O'Donnell | Tel: 01-804 5417, email: bod@tca.ie |
Media enquiries: MKC Communications: 01 7038600
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