The box, which permits 40 hours of recording time, will replace the current Sky+ version 2 boxes, which are capable of holding 20 hours of recordings, as they disappear from the supply chain.

The service works with all versions of the Sky+ box, including Sky HD, so you needn't miss anything just because you're working late, out on the town or being towed home by the RAC. -ML ...

Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) had argued that the Sky+ box should be subject to 13.9% import duty because of its personal video recorder (PVR) functionality.