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The British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) announces the nominations for its annual British Academy Television Craft Awards. The Awards honour the very best behind-the-scenes talent from television and new media, and the ceremony will be held at The Brewery, in the City of London, on Sunday 13 May 2012.

As part of a refreshed strand of debates on issues of importance to the UK film, television and games industries, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) will host a discussion on the evolving face of television documentary and ask the question: Is structured reality corrupting documentary? BAFTA is a neutral space for debate and discussion of major issues affecting the industry.

The comedian will host the ceremony on Sunday 27 May.

BAFTA and the the Royal Albert Hall introduce a new series celebrating composers' work for Film, Television and Games.

PORTAL 2 won three awards at tonight’s GAME British Academy Video Games Awards at the London Hilton, hosted by Dara O’Briain. The first-person puzzle platform game took home the BAFTAs for Design, Story and the coveted Best Game.

Markus Persson, the Swedish developer behind the phenomenally successful game Minecraft, is to be given the Special Award at the GAME British Academy Video Games Awards on Friday 16 March.

As part of a refreshed strand of debates on issues of importance to the UK film, television and games industries, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) will host a discussion on the DCMS’ Film Policy Review, The Future of Film: It Begins with an Audience.

The next Orange British Academy Film Awards will take place on Sunday 10 February 2013.

GAME unveils BAFTA GAME Audience Award shortlist, and it could be a real David vs. Goliath battle. Voting opens for the UK’s only publically-voted Award at the GAME British Academy Video Games Awards.

The Academy today announced the nominations for the GAME British Academy Video Games Awards. 48 different games have been recognised and together they represent some of the most popular, innovative and cutting-edge creativity in today’s gaming industry.