BT has signed content agreements with BBC Worldwide, Paramount, and Warner Music Group for its upcoming TV over broadband service.

The telco plans to launch the VOD service next Autumn. BT plans to use a Philips set-top-box with Microsoft middleware for its service, which combines live over-the-air digital terrestrial TV with a video on demand service powered by a broadband Internet connection.

"A partnership between the country's leading communications company and three of the world’s leading entertainment groups is great news for consumers in the UK," said Ian Livingston, CEO of BT Retail. "I’m delighted the BBC Worldwide, Paramount and Warner Group share our vision. Our customers will be able to enjoy enhanced TV services and easy access to a wealth of interactive content and new services straight to their TV. Whether you are a music fan, love films or hooked on drama you will get the best in entertainment when you want it. BT is defining next generation TV."