ITV denies claims it stole TOWIE idea

ITV has defended itself against claims it stole the idea for 'The Only Way Is Essex'.

Fri, 15 Jun, 2012 - 11:55

ITV has defended itself against claims it stole the idea for 'The Only Way Is Essex'.

The channel and Lime Pictures - who make the show - responded to a High Court writ issued by Brian Belo, 24, in London accusing them of copyright infringement and breach of confidence, saying he came up with the idea for the programme.

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Courts Entertainment Heathrow Place: London Person: Brian Belo Person: Brian Person: Amy Childs Person: Mark Wright Person: Sam Faiers Person: Kirk Norcross Person: Amy Organisation: ITV Organisation: Lime Pictures Organisation: High Organisation: ITV2

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