Digital channels, on-line, on demand services and new media
Programmes may be broadcast or made available not only on Five but also on other channels owned or controlled by Five or via the internet or mobile platforms. When producing programmes careful consideration needs to be given to issues such as the following:
- Is the subject matter of the programme time sensitive which means that showing the programme over a period of many months or years could lead to legal problems (for example, defamation or contempt of court) or regulatory issues (for example fairness)? Potential problems in relation to the content of programmes shown repeatedly over long periods of time need to be addressed during the production process.
- Do contributors understand how a programme could be exploited through multi-channel broadcasts and on other platforms?