Freesat warns of HD box shortage

Freesat has warned of a shortage of high definition set-top boxes available for sale "due to very high demand".

In a message on its website, the new satellite service said: "Due to very high demand there is a shortage of Freesat HD boxes in the shops at the moment. We are working with Freesat retailers and manufacturers to increase supplies as soon as possible.

"In the meantime some Freesat retailers will allow you to reserve HD boxes for collection when stock comes in. The Freesat website will continue to give you updates."

Some people have reported problems finding receivers for sale in the Digital Spy Freesat forum.

Freesat, a subscription-free satellite service developed by the BBC and ITV, was formally launched last week, and press advertising began in earnest at the weekend.