Peter Fincham

My Week: Michael Grade

The outgoing ITV supremo reflects on the appointment of a new chairman, bemoans the 'brand void' on British television and looks forward to switching off his BlackBerry I knew it was going to be a good week when it started with...

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Norman stages comeback as he takes on toughest job in broadcasting [Daily Mail, London]

Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Nov. 19--ITV has filled a long-standing leadership vacuum after naming corporate fixer and former Conservative MP Archie Norman as its chairman. Signing up the ex-Asda boss draws a line, for now at...

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Lord Burns seeking public-service credentials in next Channel 4 chief

The newly appointed Channel 4 chairman, Lord Burns, is making the search for a chief executive his number one priority The newly appointed Channel 4 chairman, Lord Burns, is understood to be keen to appoint a chief executive...

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Blackadder: Tony Robinson Q&A

Blackadder one of British television's great comedies has been made available for download on iTunes. Tony Robinson who played Rowan Atkinson's dimwitted servant Baldrick explains the show's enduring appeal 20 years on.

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British Celebrity Show Benefits Malaria No More

Written by Tim Saunders Malaria No More has revealed that it will be the sole benefactor of the current season of “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here” screening on the UK’s ITV . The show features a group of celebrities as...

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Axe fears as The Bill shelved for I'm A Celebrity

The Bill stars and fans fear the ITV1 soap may be axed - after it was pulled for month for the reality show I'm A Celebrity. The cop show -which has been running for 25 years -has been off the air for a month. Viewers tuned in...

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X Factor success shines way for TV Super Sunday

Traditionally a night for period dramas, this Sunday's entertainment-heavy TV schedule could see start of a trend TV blog: what will you be watching on Sunday night? Need help? Check out our TV listings site Throw off your...

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X Factor shines way for Sunday night TV

Traditionally a night for period dramas, this Sunday's entertainment-heavy TV schedule could see start of a trend TV blog: what will you be watching on Sunday night? Need help? Check out our TV listings site Throw off your...

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I'm A Celebrity backs charity

Published Date: 12 November 2009 Jungle campers on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! are best known for chomping down insects, but this year it will be the malarial mosquito they are squashing. Sam Fox and her fellow...

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£20m game show deal for Ant and Dec

Ant and Dec have signed a new, exclusive two-year deal with ITV, thought to be worth around £10 million each to the presenters. Ant and Dec have signed a new, exclusive two-year deal with ITV, thought to be worth around £10...

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