What's happened
BBC One's Christmas Day programming attracts the largest audience share
Why it matters
The dominance of BBC One's Christmas Day programming is significant as it reflects the viewing preferences of a large audience on a major holiday
What the papers say
The Independent reports on the top 10 most-watched shows, while BBC News provides details on the performance of ITV's Coronation Street and Emmerdale. The Guardian offers a historical perspective on shared TV experiences involving the royal family
How we got here
The Christmas Day TV ratings reveal the popularity of BBC One's programming, with the King's Christmas message as the most viewed broadcast
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