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MOVING IN TOGETHER? FANCY A PLACE TO LIVE FOR FREE?

Tiger Aspect Productions are developing a brand new TV series for a major broadcaster. At this stage we are just looking to speak to couples that are thinking about moving in together – be it into the other’s home, renting or even buying a new one.

We want to speak to couples about their fears as well as hopes and are looking for couples from all walks of life, ideally between the ages of 18-30. If you or anyone you know is thinking about moving in with their boy/girlfriend and would like to find out more, please get in touch by emailing a few lines about yourself and your partner, along with your contact details to neilrubinstein@tigeraspect.co.uk

An exclusive online survey commissioned for FIVER’s hit series Generation Sex has exposed that 72% of over 18’s in the UK have used the internet to find ‘no strings’ sex, it was revealed today (MON).

The online survey uncovered that the newest generation of youngsters are using the latest methods of technology and communication such as the phone, video, text messaging and the internet to conduct their sexual relationships. The survey found that:

• Nearly three quarters (74%) had indulged in phone sex
• Over half (56%) had filmed themselves having sex
• 85% sent dirty text messages
• And a whopping 93% of boys watched porn on a regular basis.

The survey highlighted new liberal attitudes towards sex and group sex with nearly half of adults admitting to have had a threesome (48%) and a massive 82% would consider an invite to an orgy.

Coming soon to Five is a brand new show called Sex: How To Do Everything, presented by American sex gurus Em and Lo (Emma Taylor and Lorelei Sharkey). The series aims to show the nation how to have better sex, shed inhibitions and broaden sexual horizons.

Ten hour-long episodes will be produced, each with a different theme such as seduction, orgasm, fantasy sex.

Each week in Sex: How to do Everything, Em and Lo will take to the streets of London and New York to find out what’s going on between the nations’ sheets, discover what else we’d like to be doing, and give advice on how to really get the most out of sex.

ITV has announced its Spring/Summer line-up on ITV1, featuring a factual led season underpinned by new entertainment and drama programmes.

Highlights include; brand new factual series Martin Clunes: A Man And His Dogs which sees Martin set off on a captivating, sometimes surreal, two-part adventure to discover the history of man’s best friend and Griff Rhys Jones paints a landmark portrait of three of the world’s greatest cities for a new three-part documentary in Griff Rhys Jones: Greatest Cities of the World.

BBC One is searching for the Nation’s Favourite Choir. Whether you belong to a chorus of angels, a bevy of beatboxers or a big band of barbershoppers - they want to hear from you.

From Beyoncé to Beethoven, Green Day to Gospel, the glitter balls will be out in force and you and your choir could be the stars.

To apply, simply download the application form, send in a video and tell them what’s so special about your group.

If you know of any choirs you think should get involved, or want to promote Choir Wars to your choir, print out our flyer.

For the chance to perform on BBC One's Choir Wars and become the Nation’s Favourite Choir apply now!

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Five has secured renowned architectural designer Charlie Luxton as its new face of property and architecture, it was announced today (FRI).

Charlie takes over from George Clarke to present Build A New Life In The Country when it returns for a fourth series next year and is about to co-host a new nine-part series on the channel, I Own Britain's Best Home, which transmits on the 20th March at 8pm.

As part of the newly revamped arts portfolio on Five, Charlie will also present Open House later in the year. This brand-new seven part series follows one of London's most prestigious architectural events, Open House, which takes place in the capital every September and allows the public to enjoy unprecedented access to some of the country's most celebrated buildings.

Domestic violence videos ahead of International Women's Day to kick-start human rights debate on 'Speaker's Corner Online'

Amnesty International is to put its hard-hitting domestic violence videos on the online video debate site Friction.tv (www.Friction.tv).

Appearing on the newly-launched "Amnesty" channel at www.friction.tv/amnestyinternational in time for International Women's Day on 8 March, they will feature Star Trek actor Patrick Stewart speaking about domestic violence in his family background, and Patrick and TV star Joanna Lumley doing voice-overs for an innovative "talking knuckles" domestic violence animation film. Other Amnesty-content videos are set to follow.

Amnesty International, the world's biggest human rights organisation - with a quarter of million supporters in the UK, and 2.2 million worldwide - has already launched numerous campaigns and human rights initiatives through online social media.

ITV
4 March 2008

ITV announced today that Harveys is to be the first advertiser to take advantage of ITV’s mobile vouchering service.

Launching at the end of February, the service allows Harveys, the fully integrated sponsor of Coronation Street, to send offers to its viewers via mobile which can then be redeemed in all its stores across the UK. The service and technology, created by mobile specialist Eagle Eye Solutions, is revolutionising the way that brands and retailers advertise and interact with their customers through ITV’s platforms.

The mobile discount will be advertised within Harveys’ dedicated sponsor area of Coronation Street’s interactive service (available in Satellite homes via the Red button). Viewers can text in to receive a unique 8-digit code to their mobile phones which is then redeemable in Harveys stores to activate their discount.

28th February 2008

Five has commissioned Granada Factual North to produce Warship, an six-part observational documentary filmed aboard HMS Illustrious during a rare four month deployment, it was announced today (TUES).

As well as documenting the often dangerous and stressful professional lives of the crew, Warship also follows the very personal stories of the young men and women - some as young as 18 - who are thousands of miles from home.

As one of only two aircraft carriers in the Naval fleet, large deployments only happen every two to three years. With a rise in the threat of maritime terrorism, the Navy is key in protecting global trade routes and policing areas of heightened criminal activity such as people trafficking, piracy, drug and weapons smuggling.

26th February, 2008

Banged Up with Blunkett

Five has commissioned Shine North to produce Banged Up, a new series featuring former Home Secretary David Blunkett. The show tackles head-on the sensitive issue of juvenile behaviour and rehabilitation, it was announced today, (TUES).

In a bold social experiment, Blunkett will head the 'parole board' of a 'prison' that mixes reformed criminals with juveniles on the cusp of a life of crime.

Rt Hon David Blunkett MP said: "The prime task of any criminal justice system is to prevent people from committing a crime in the first place, and then to avoid re-offending. Getting across a clear message, forewarning young people what prison is like, and encouraging them to take an alternative path in life, has to make sense.

14 February 2008

ITV plc today announced the appointment of Patricia Wagstaff to a new role as the company’s first Director of Digital Productions.

Patricia joins from US network HBO where she was Vice President of Interactive Entertainment, responsible for leading the conception, creation and launch of new digital content across multiple distribution platforms for shows such as The Sopranos, Six Feet Under, Band of Brothers and Sex and the City.

Patricia will report directly into John Whiston, Director of ITV Productions (ITVP), part of ITV’s Global Content Division led by Managing Director Dawn Airey.

12 February 2008

The Advertising Association announced today that Rupert Howell has been elected Vice-Chairmen and Director. Managing Director of ITV Brand and Commercial since November 2007, Rupert will take up his new Advertising Association role with immediate effect.

Rupert secured his first job in advertising at the Ogilvy group in 1979. Two years later he joined Grey and then Young & Rubicam, where he became London’s most successful New Business Director. In October 1987 he founded his own agency, Howell Henry Chaldecott Lury, which was sold ten years later to Chime Communications plc and Rupert became Joint CEO. Rupert was also President of the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising for 2000/2001.

In October 2003 Rupert joined the world’s largest advertising agency McCann Erickson as President EMEA and Chairman UK & Ireland Group, with a seat on the Worldwide Board. Two years later he added the title of Regional Director EMEA.

12 February 2008

Birds Eye, the UK’s leading frozen food brand, is to sponsor the forthcoming series of Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway. The sponsorship will be on air from 16th February and will run for six weeks.

The sponsorship idents will capture the warmth and fun of the family teatime, and place Birds Eye food at the heart of the occasion, driving its Good Mood Food positioning. Iconic Birds Eye products, including its Omega 3 Fish Fingers and Potato Waffles, will be featured.

As one of the most popular family shows on TV, averaging 7.2 million viewers per episode in Series 7 and holding the primetime Saturday night slot, Saturday Night Takeaway is a perfect partnership for iconic frozen food brand, Birds Eye.

29 January 2008

ITV Customer Relations announced today that Optical Express is to sponsor the brand new ITV2 series Coleen’s Real Women.

Coleen’s Real Women sees the nation’s favourite girl next door, Coleen McLoughlin, scouring Britain’s high-profile new modelling assignments with some of the nation’s biggest brands.

The sponsorship deal was negotiated by Peter Fergusson and David Croft at ITV Customer Relations with Nick Stewart at MediaVision on behalf of Optical Express.

David Croft, Director of Regional Sales at ITV said: "The sponsorship of Coleen's Real Women by Optical Express is another stage in broadening and deepening the trading relationship between ITV and Optical Express. We are delighted to see them embrace broadcast sponsorship as an additional means of connecting with their customers.”

23 January 2008

ITV Customer Relations announced today that Mars brand Pedigree is to fund the brand new ITV1 series Dog Rescue. This is the first fully funded AFP to be developed and produced by ITV.

The brand new factual series will offer a unique insight into the work involved in animal rescue and pet re-homing. The observational documentary is set in two of the UK’s busiest animal re-homing centres, The Dog Trust in Harefield and Manchester Dog’s Home and follows the dedicated team of professionals who work there.

Additional content including bespoke video will also be available online at itv.com.

The project was developed by Samantha Wilson and Ben Louis at ITV Customer Relations from a brief through Pedigree’s media planning agency Mediacom.