Five channels to join Freesat

Five channels are to join the Freesat electronic programme guide next week.

BBC Alba, the new Gaelic-language digital television service, will launch on channel 110 on September 19. Audi Channel, Zee Music and Best Direct will all launch on September 16, on channels 451, 509 and 813 respectively, and radio station Planet Rock will appear on channel 730 on the same day.

"We are excited about the addition of these new channels to the Freesat lineup," said Freesat managing director Emma Scott. "Bolstering our specialist offering is a key part of our channel strategy, and services such as these only make Freesat a more attractive offer for the consumer."