TV Festival to move from Edinburgh to Manchester
The event is relocating from the Scottish capital next year in a move to "radically" cut costs.
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"Greater Manchester presented a vision for the festival that combined genuine creative ambition and future-facing energy with practical accessibility and affordability for delegates."
— Campbell Glennie , Executive
"Of course, we're disappointed by this decision but are rightly proud of the role that Edinburgh has played in hosting The TV Festival over the last 50 years."
— Jane Meagher , Politician
Key People
Campbell Glennie is the chief executive of The TV Festival and The TV Foundation.
Graham Norton is a renowned television presenter and comedian.
Jane Meagher is the leader of the City of Edinburgh Council.
Michael Sheen is a Welsh actor known for his roles in films and television series.
Tina Fey is an American comedian, writer, and producer, known for her work on 'Saturday Night Live' and '30 Rock.'
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The event is relocating from the Scottish capital next year in a move to "radically" cut costs.
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