DTT in the UK and Spain: a comparative policy analysis (1998‐2006)

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to present the main results of a comparative policy analysis about the introduction and development of digital terrestrial television in the United Kingdom and Spain.

Design/methodology/approach

After outlining the main policy responses forged in each case study, different national DTT models are suggested, described and compared. Similarities and differences are summarized and, finally, a conclusion is offered to explain why the service unfolded uniquely in each country.

Findings

The economic and technological dynamics of the television industry as a whole affected differently the development of DTT in the case studied since they were mediated by particular socio‐political systems.

Research limitations/implications

Owing to the fact that the paper presents a summary of a major research project, it does not offer in‐depth detail of the main findings.

Originality/value

The study belongs to the expanding area of comparative research and adopts a case study approach.

Citation

Trinidad García Leiva, M. (2008), "DTT in the UK and Spain: a comparative policy analysis (1998‐2006)", info, Vol. 10 No. 3, pp. 39-50. https://doi.org/10.1108/14636690810874386