UK Culture Secretary issues Public Interest Intervention Notice on Sky's acquisition of ITV Media & Entertainment
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UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy issued a Public Interest Intervention Notice on Sky's proposed purchase of ITV Media & Entertainment from ITV plc. She asked the CMA and Ofcom to report by January 27, 2027, before deciding whether to refer the deal for a more detailed CMA investigation. Announced November 4, 2026.
Target: SkyAnnounced: Nov 4, 2026
Last updated Nov 9, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team
Overview
UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy issued a Public Interest Intervention Notice on Sky's proposed purchase of ITV Media & Entertainment from ITV plc. She asked the CMA and Ofcom to report by January 27, 2027, before deciding whether to refer the deal for a more detailed CMA investigation. Announced November 4, 2026.
Deal details
- Target
- Sky
- Market Segment
- UK broadcast, streaming and TV advertising
Key people
Lisa Nandy — Culture Secretary, UK Government