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Thomas
swfc4 posted:
Makes me miss the old studio setup. It's a shame how much space and features they had at Sky Centre and they've all been put to waste.



I agree - I think they should use more of the Centre for news - they shouldn't just have the main desk, the news wall area, the Sunrise studio and the Live Desk for broadcasting. Do they still use the upstairs area for Sky News Active?
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derek500
Anyone would think Sky was the only one showing the debate in HD. ITV's is listed as being in HD too, and I would imagine if ITV and Sky's are, the BBC's would be too.


As per current listings, BBC HD is showing the Sky News one in HD. The timeslot for BBC's one on HD is TBA, but Sky News listings have it as HD
BC
Blake Connolly Founding member
swfc4 posted:
Makes me miss the old studio setup. It's a shame how much space and features they had at Sky Centre and they've all been put to waste.



I agree - I think they should use more of the Centre for news - they shouldn't just have the main desk, the news wall area, the Sunrise studio and the Live Desk for broadcasting. Do they still use the upstairs area for Sky News Active?


Yep, the last time the upstairs one was used was for Budget Unplugged a few weeks back. All fitted out with kit so that Martin Standford could cut between cameras himself, and a big plasma screen directly behind his seat.
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iamdannygreen
The tricaster studio software/hardware? the same kit he used to use on SkyNews.com when it was upstairs. I really dislike the new set (well not really new, but current), the island I do like but the desk and panels make the main area smaller. I really miss the old programming where we had presenters walking around the studio utilising all its areas and features. Sad
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fodg09
Adam Boulton managed to get an interview with the elusive Chris Grayling earlier, but rather disappointingly failed to ask him about the controversy's surrounding him (B&B comments etc)
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ukjds
Maybe the interview was granted on the condition that the B&B comments wouldn't be mentioned?
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David
Adam Boulton managed to get an interview with the elusive Chris Grayling earlier, but rather disappointingly failed to ask him about the controversy's surrounding him (B&B comments etc)


What would you have liked him to ask about it?
GS
Gavin Scott Founding member
Adam Boulton managed to get an interview with the elusive Chris Grayling earlier, but rather disappointingly failed to ask him about the controversy's surrounding him (B&B comments etc)


What would you have liked him to ask about it?


Are you unaware of the news, or don't you find it noteworthy at all?

He thinks its the right of hoteliers to turn away guests based on their sexual orientation - in a way that would never be allowed on the grounds of race or religion.

Just out of curiosity, what's your take on that?

Sounds like Boulton avoided a fairly obvious question - and none of the reasons I can imagine why are particularly positive.

EDIT: In answer to you, the question could be, "how far do you think this "right to discriminate" for business owners should be extended? No gays and lesbians allowed in restaurants or bars? Where's the difference?"
JA
Jamesypoo
Adam Boulton managed to get an interview with the elusive Chris Grayling earlier, but rather disappointingly failed to ask him about the controversy's surrounding him (B&B comments etc)


Unlike Nicholas Owen who questioned him rather rigorously about it the other day on the BBC News Channel.
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Lost The Remote
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1265498/Eamonn-Holmes-heading-GMTV-sofa-Kate-Thornton.html

I wonder who would get the Sunrise gig if Eamonn was to leave? Early morning starts aside, it certainly must be one of the most attractive slots to present at the moment in terms of ratings,format etc.

Chris Roberts would be great. Otherwise no preference.

Eamonn won't confirm or deny on Twitter.

http://twitter.com/EamonnHolmes/status/12091233509
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gregmc
Adam Boulton managed to get an interview with the elusive Chris Grayling earlier, but rather disappointingly failed to ask him about the controversy's surrounding him (B&B comments etc)


What would you have liked him to ask about it?


Are you unaware of the news, or don't you find it noteworthy at all?

He thinks its the right of hoteliers to turn away guests based on their sexual orientation - in a way that would never be allowed on the grounds of race or religion.

Just out of curiosity, what's your take on that?

Sounds like Boulton avoided a fairly obvious question - and none of the reasons I can imagine why are particularly positive.

EDIT: In answer to you, the question could be, "how far do you think this "right to discriminate" for business owners should be extended? No gays and lesbians allowed in restaurants or bars? Where's the difference?"


With all due respect Gavin, I think the media skewed his words slightly here. Any individual with any common sense will understand he was referring to Christian individuals who own B&B's and welcome guests in their own home and not 'hoteliers'. He was merely stating he believes people in their own homes have a right to chose who enters into such a personal space. Mr Grayling was acknowledging the fact certain people have religious views and beliefs and should be allowed to live by these means. No different to a Muslim refusing to eat bacon, right? Or is that discriminating against pigs?

Regarding the HD graphic leeks, not too impressed. Shame they have just adapted and tweaked the current graphics. We'll have to wait and see with the Leaders Debate coverage I suppose.
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Gavin Scott Founding member
With all due respect Gavin, I think the media skewed his words slightly here. Any individual with any common sense will understand he was referring to Christian individuals who own B&B's and welcome guests in their own home and not 'hoteliers'. He was merely stating he believes people in their own homes have a right to chose who enters into such a personal space. Mr Grayling was acknowledging the fact certain people have religious views and beliefs and should be allowed to live by these means. No different to a Muslim refusing to eat bacon, right? Or is that discriminating against pigs?


Don't misunderstand me - I 100% agree that an individual should have the right to refuse entry to their home to people they don't wish to accept on the grounds of colour, sexual orientation, religion - whatever.

However if you charge a fee for the purpose of renting rooms on a bed and breakfast basis, then you're running a business. You may live there (and in turn it may be your "home"), but that's no different to a landlord who lives above his pub.

There was a time in Britain where many guest houses had signs up saying, "no blacks, Irish or Jews" - and that was outlawed.

There's a clear distinction in the law - which is why this MP has come under considerable criticism.

I'm just very surprised (and a little disappointed) that Mr Boulton didn't pursue an answer to this.
Last edited by Gavin Scott on 13 April 2010 4:20pm

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