Bilsdale

A century after it was opened, the BBC’s Daventry site is still playing a role in broadcasting.

Arqiva says most TVs should automatically receive the signals from the new Bilsdale mast.

Arqiva has written to affected households but most viewers will notice no difference, it says.

Owner Arqiva says the new Bilsdale transmitter should be switched on in a matter of weeks.

The new mast is almost completely built but the antenna still needs to be attached.

Rishi Sunak say he has been told services will be fully restored by spring.

The watchdog has now urged all broadcast firms to improve their contingency plans.

The relay is part of efforts to restore services hit by the Bilsdale mast fire.