About Us
The UK's leading authority on diversity and inclusion in television.
Credible data. Clear Picture. Fairer Industry
Our mission is to help the UK broadcasting industry become truly inclusive and representative of society.
Our vision is to strengthen and expand the Diamond system, extend our reach across the wider creative industries, and influence future diversity policy and legislation through stronger political engagement.
Our Values By championing diversity in all its forms, CDN strives to ensure that British television not only entertains but also authentically represents its audience. Visitors to our website can access a wealth of resources, including diversity reports, best practice guidelines, and information on upcoming events and training opportunities. Whether you're a broadcaster, content creator, or viewer, CDN offers tools and insights to support a more inclusive media landscape.
Our Vision
A UK television industry enabled to see itself more clearly with credible diversity data, trusted insights and collaborative action that supports a fairer outcome for all who participate in it.
Our Purpose
At CDN we support the UK television industry with the clearest picture of the diversity of the people who work in it, resulting in informed decisions that build a fairer future.
Our Board and Team
Our Board is made up of representatives from our eleven member organisations, each nominated to ensure broad accountability and oversight.
Ensuring compliance with law and governing documents.
Maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Acting in CDN's best interests and safeguarding its future.
Diamond Monitoring Tool
At the heart of our work is Diamond: 7.5 Cut Report
The Data
The industry's diversity monitoring tool. Diamond collects and reports diversity data from major UK broadcasters and commissioning organisations, including the BBC, Channel 4, ITV, and Paramount.
This data helps identify entrenched barriers, particularly affecting groups such as disabled people, over-50s, Black, Asian, and minority ethnic groups, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Off-Screen Contributions
Off-Screen Contributions Senior Role
On-Screen Contributions
The system tracks eight key characteristics:
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Age
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Disability
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Ethnicity
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Gender
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Gender Identity
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Sexual Orientation
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Religion
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Socioeconomic Background
How it works (simplified process):
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Broadcaster commissions a production
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Production company submits information
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Data flows through Silvermouse systems
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Contributors complete Diamond forms
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Data is verified and collated
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CDN analyses and reports on the results
Our Story
Our initiatives and partnerships turn data into action, helping transform the UK television landscape.
Increased transparency and understanding of the TV industry through enhanced data reporting.
Surpassed the target of 9% off-screen disabled contributions by 2028.
The Commissioner Programme
A pan-industry programme creating direct pipelines for underrepresented talent, informed by Diamond data.
Driving Meaningful Diversity Across UK Broadcasting
