The BBC chooses to voluntarily offer approximately 10% of its 'eligible' hours to independent production. This figure has not changed in over 13 years and both the BBC and the British Government refuse to alter the status quo. This has led to an unstable and uncertain sector with large numbers of companies pitching for small amounts of air-time.
The BBC provides approximately 10% of its 'qualified' broadcast time slots to independent producers. This percentage has remained consistent for over a decade, and both the BBC and the British Government refuse to change this arrangement. As a result, there is an unstable and uncertain market with numerous companies competing for limited airtime.