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STV

American  

  1. subscription television. See pay television.

STV British  

abbreviation

  1. Scottish Television

  2. Single Transferable Vote

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This was clearly illustrated in the STV leaders' debate when Offord revealed that he owns six houses, six boats and five cars due to his success in business.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Although this dispute is over pay, some newsroom staff at STV claim their workloads have increased significantly as a result of recent redundancies.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

STV is seeking £2.5m of savings by next year after announcing a £200,000 loss in the first six months of 2025.

From BBC • Oct. 9, 2025

STV bosses announced their plans for job cuts and programming changes in a video call to staff.

From BBC • Oct. 9, 2025

There has also been criticism of plans to spend £500,000 this year on setting up a new STV radio station, which is due to go live next year.

From BBC • Oct. 9, 2025

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