It is a comparatively well-funded public-service network, regularly attaining a much higher audience share than most public-service networks worldwide. Like the BBC's other domestic TV and radio channels, it is funded by the television licence, and is therefore free of commercial advertising. It covers a wide range of subject matter, with a remit 'to broadcast programmes of depth and substance' in contrast to the more mainstream and popular BBC One.

Freesat - Press the BACK or GREEN buttonsįor more help with the BBC Red Button, you can visit the BBC Reception help site.BBC Two is a British free-to-air public broadcast television network owned and operated by the BBC.

Freeview - Press the BACK or GREEN buttons.The Red Button graphic can be removed from your screen by one simple action, dependent on the platform you are watching on:

A few other broadcasters, including ITV, offer a limited range. Most of the interactive features currently available are provided by the BBC, Sky and the cable companies. It's available with any digital service, though the type and number of features vary according to whether you have digital terrestrial, satellite, cable or broadband. The BBC's Red Button service allows you to access additional television programming, live coverage from major sporting and cultural events, sports scores, lottery and weather information as well as the latest breaking national and global news stories.

Sometimes you will be prompted to press the red button by an announcement in a programme or a red button logo appearing in the top right-hand corner of your TV screen. Simply press the red button on your remote control at any time.

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