Iranian channel taken off the air
Iranian news network Press TV has had its licence revoked by communications watchdog Ofcom.
The London-based channel, whose presenters include former MP George Galloway and Tony Blair’s sister-in-law Lauren Booth, went go off the air yesterday.
A statement released by the watchdog said it was apparent that “editorial control of the channel rested with Press TV International [based in Tehran]” – in breach of broadcasting rules which state the licence holder must have general control of programming. It was also fined £100,000 after broadcasting an interview with a journalist while they were being held in prison.
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