STV to cut jobs in restructuring

STV said roles would be affected in its news and studio operations

Broadcaster STV is to cut about 20 posts across Scotland as part of a restructuring programme.

The majority of the posts are believed to be in Aberdeen.

STV said it followed the introduction of new technology allowing it to broadcast a dedicated evening news programme for Edinburgh and the east.

The company, which holds the channel 3 television franchise for most of Scotland, said roles would be affected in its news and studio operations.

However, it claimed seven new roles would be created.

STV has launched a consultation with unions. Union Bectu said compulsory redundancies would be opposed.