OMNIBUS (BROADCAST)

An 'Omnibus' in broadcasting, (sometimes called an omnibus edition) is a compilation of daily episodes that is usually broadcast during the following weekend. Such programmes that are or have been transmitted in omnibus format in Britain include:
Television:

★ Emmerdale,

★ Coronation Street,

★ Eastenders,

★ Doctor Who (in the 1970's & 80s)

★ Hollyoaks

★ Family Affairs (until 2002)

★ Brookside (until end: 2003)

★ Home and Away

★ Neighbours (UKTV Gold airings until 2001)
Radio:

★ The Archers
'Omnibus' is also the name of a software package used for television station control and automation.