Sky1 Timeshift Experiment
From 10 May 2010, Sky2 carried an hour timeshift of programming on Sky1. Sky2 will however, remain a standalone offering. A Sky spokesperson said: "We are experimenting with different channel schedules to bring maximum value to our customers."
Particular programmes which weren't shown an hour later included the premier of Sky1's Terry Pratchett's Going Postal, the station's latest adaptation of Terry Pratchett's Discworld novels. Also not seen on a timeshift basis was the final ever episode of Lost which was aired at 5am, as it was simultaneously being broadcast in the US. The last ever episodes of 24 (Sky showed it as a two-part finale) also weren't shown an hour later on Sky2.
Terry Pratchett's Going Postal would be shown later in the week with both Lost and 24 being shown on Sky2 after the final credits rolled on Sky1. Again, alternative programmes filled the gaps.
The trial concluded on 9 August 2010, with the channel reverting to its previous scheduling pattern.
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