STV to launch HD channel in time for World Cup

A new high-definition TV channel will be launched in Scotland in time for the World Cup.

STV HD will begin broadcasing on June 11th on Freeview channel 51 and Virgin Media channel 113.

"We're thrilled to be bringing viewers a brand-new STV HD service, offering our programmes in crystal-clear vision," says STV managing director of broadcasting Bobby Hain.

"We're particularly pleased that we'll be offering all the STV World Cup games in HD for our nation of football fans on both DTT [digital terrestrial television] and Virgin Media."

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