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News |
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Independent Television News (ITN) |
22/09/55 - |
Whilst not forming one of the ITV franchisees ITN was formed, and is jointly owned by the majority of Independent Contractors to provide the National News output to the Network.
It's main programmes are:
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"Morning News" at 05:30 |
daily roundup |
30min |
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"Lunchtime News" at 12:30 |
formerly "News At One" and "First Report" |
30min |
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"Early Evening News" at 5:40 |
formerly "News at 5:45" |
15min |
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"News At Ten" at 22:00 |
Flagship News Programme |
30min |
*also provides other news reports at various times
In addition to News programmes the company also covers special occasions such as the Budget, Royal Events and supplies some current affairs output.
ITN also provides News strands to Channel4 and Channel5 and documentary programmes for many broadcasters.