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Entertainment · 14 May 2026

ITV could split, channels sold to Sky

ITV could split, channels sold to Sky

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A significant deal is expected to help British broadcasters ITV and Sky compete against the growing threat of US streaming services. Insiders indicate a takeover is weeks away, involving a proposal for ITV to split into two distinct parts. Sky would purchase ITV's TV channels and its streaming platform ITVX, with shareholders keeping remaining assets.

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