The UK media scene is characterised by strong public and commercial broadcasters and a competitive and outspoken national press. But both public and private funding models are under pressure as audiences shift their attention further towards digital channels. Media groups continue to suffer from a combination of rising costs and lower than expected advertising revenues. The Times and Sunday Times, part of Rupert Murdoch’s newspaper stable, has amassed 558,000 digital-only subscribers, partly helped by a recent focus on international growth. BBC News remains dominant offline and online, although Digital News Report data show that reach has fallen over time, especially with younger audiences.
