Channel 4 (UK network)

Channel 4 is a British public-service television network, launched in 1982, funded primarily through advertising revenue rather than directly by the government. It operates independently from the BBC and ITV, offering a diverse range of programming—including dramas, documentaries, comedies, and news—aimed at a modern, often urban audience. Channel 4 is known for innovative, bold content that promotes creative excellence and social diversity. It also oversees subsidiary channels like E4 and Channel 4 News, and has a role in supporting new and experimental media projects.