Rupert Murdoch's proposed Sky takeover reaches endgame

Most likely outcome is that culture secretary will refer deal to CMA on grounds of media plurality but not broadcasting standardsMPs return from their summer breaks next week and one of the first issues on the agenda will be 21st Century Fox’s proposed takeover of Sky.A quick recap: before recess in June, Karen Bradley, the culture secretary, revealed the findings of Ofcom’s report into the deal and her initial view on whether it should go ahead. Continue reading...