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Sky News launches 'Brexit-free' channel

The British broadcaster Sky News is launching a version of the channel which is 'Brexit-free'. Th...
Jack Quann
Jack Quann

13.00 16 Oct 2019


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Sky News launches 'Brexit-free...

Sky News launches 'Brexit-free' channel

Jack Quann
Jack Quann

13.00 16 Oct 2019


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The British broadcaster Sky News is launching a version of the channel which is 'Brexit-free'.

The network says the pop-up channel will air from 5.00pm to 10.00pm on weekdays.

While the 'regular' Sky News channel will continue to cover all angles of the UK's departure from the European Union.

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A recent British study found that one-third of people are avoiding the news entirely.

More than 70% of them blamed Brexit - saying they were "too frustrated" over the political debate surrounding it.

Almost 60% said the news was having a negative impact on their mood, and 40% felt they felt powerless to influence events.

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John Ryley is the head of Sky News.

He said: "Sky News Brexit-Free is a bold approach but listening to public opinion over the past weeks and months, it's something we know our viewers will find valuable.

"Brexit is an historic story that has a major impact and we will continue to give it comprehensive coverage.

"The new channel simply gives people the option to take a break from Brexit, apply a filter to their headlines and hear about issues away from Westminster and Brussels with a focus on hard-hitting, original journalism."

'Sky News Brexit-Free' will be located on channel 523 for Sky customers.


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