TV networks work together this time

TV networks join forces for RP kids

First posted 09:13pm (Mla time) Aug 07, 2005
By Marinel Cruz
Inquirer News Service

Editor's Note: Published on page A2-1 of the August 8, 2005 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer.

WARRING channels GMA 7 and ABS-CBN seemed to declare a temporary ceasefire and, along with other TV networks, joined forces in supporting the Southeast Asian Foundation of Children's Television (SEAFCTV) in its effort to remind parents that they should keep an eye on what kids are watching on TV.

"This is a very brave move on the part of the networks," Emily Abrera, a member of the SEAFCTV board of trustees, told a group of entertainment writers over lunch on Thursday. "This is the first time we will see TV networks tell parents not to let their kids watch too much TV."

The lunch was to launch a series of TV plugs to this effect, featuring show biz celebrities. The first batch has Aga Muhlach, Gary Valenciano, Mikee Cojuangco-Jaworski, Julius and Tin-Tin Bersola, Bernadette Sembrano, Ryan Agoncillo, Mari Kaimo and Boots Anson Roa.

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