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Team examining what corporation knew about sexual misconduct allegations says phone line will close on 19 May as planned A BBC inquiry into what the …

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ADHD: Private clinics exposed by BBC undercover investigation

May 15, 2023

An undercover journalist for Panorama is diagnosed and given drugs without proper checks.

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Bafta TV awards 2023 – live: Winners to be revealed as BBC broadcast begins

May 14, 2023

Comedy duo Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan are hosting ceremony

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This year’s Eurovision is most watched final in song contest’s history, says BBC

May 14, 2023

During a five-minute peak in the UK, 11m people were watching, while the average viewing figure was 9.9m Saturday night’s Eurovision song contest in Liverpool …

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BBC journalists to strike on first day of election count in Northern Ireland

May 12, 2023

The move by the National Union of Journalists is in response to cutbacks at Radio Foyle.

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‘You all talk rubbish’: BBC Newsnight descends into chaos during fiery clash on Brexit

May 12, 2023

Last night’s episode of Newsnight (11 May), left viewers open-mouthed after Alastair Campbell and Victoria Derbyshire seemingly got into a stand-off over Brexit.

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Richard Sharp: BBC had no concerns about integrity, review finds

May 11, 2023

Richard Sharp resigned as BBC chairman last month, after breaking rules over dealings with Boris Johnson.

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Risk of cyber-attack is main Eurovision worry, says BBC executive

May 10, 2023

Cybersecurity experts drafted in to help thwart any sabotage attempt as UK stands in as host for Ukraine The risk of a cyber-attack by pro-Russian …

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Revealed: royal family has power to censor BBC coronation coverage

May 5, 2023

BBC submits material to Buckingham Palace for approval before use, raising questions about editorial independence The BBC has allowed Buckingham Palace to veto what footage …

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BBC World Service launches emergency pop-up radio service for Sudan

May 2, 2023

The broadcaster says the pop-up service will provide “crucial” information for people in the country.

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Starmer says BBC chair would be appointed independently under Labour

April 30, 2023

Opposition leader says party would change current system, in which PM has final say on who gets job Keir Starmer has said Labour would make …

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Guardian apologises over cartoon of BBC chairman Richard Sharp

April 30, 2023

An image depicting Richard Sharp has been criticised by Jewish groups and removed from the paper’s website.

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Richard Sharp: PM should not appoint BBC chair, says David Dimbleby

April 29, 2023

The veteran broadcaster calls for a “cross party” public commission to ensure the BBC’s balance.

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David Dimbleby calls for cross-party public commission to appoint BBC chair

April 29, 2023

Current system gives too much power to prime ministers says broadcaster – but rules himself out of running The veteran broadcaster David Dimbleby has said …

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No talks until bombing stops, Sudan general tells BBC

April 28, 2023

The RSF paramilitary leader says “We don’t want to destroy Sudan” and denies blame for violence.

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BBC chair quits over role in £800k ‘Cash for Boris’ loan

April 28, 2023

Richard Sharp, a Conservative Party donor, says he is standing down in the interests of the broadcaster

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Ros Atkins on… the report that led to the resignation of the BBC chairman

April 28, 2023

The BBC’s Analysis Editor Ros Atkins examines the row that’s led to Richard Sharp’s resignation.

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Sunak under pressure to stop choosing Tories for BBC jobs after Sharp row

April 28, 2023

Conservative party accused of undermining broadcaster by flooding it with cronies after chair’s resignation Rishi Sunak is under pressure to stop appointing Conservatives to key …

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Richard Sharp: BBC chairman resigns over report into appointment

April 28, 2023

Inquiry finds Richard Sharp breached the governance code for public appointments.

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Did BBC boss Tim Davie tell chairman Richard Sharp he had to go?

April 28, 2023

Ex-BBC chairman Richard Sharp resigned despite a belief from his side he would retain his job.

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BBC Chairman Richard Sharp’s statement in full

April 28, 2023

The BBC chairman resigns, here’s what he had to say as a report into his appointment is published.

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Richard Sharp quits as BBC chair after report finds ‘potential perceived conflict of interest’ over Boris Johnson loan help – live

April 28, 2023

Sharp insists breach of appointment rules was ‘inadvertent’ but resigns to ‘prioritise the interests’ of the broadcaster Here’s Sharp’s full resignation statement: I would like …

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Richard Sharp resigns as BBC chair after months of mounting pressure

April 28, 2023

Sharp faced calls to quit over role in helping Boris Johnson secure £800,000 loan and handling of Gary Lineker row UK politics live – latest …

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Richard Sharp news – live: BBC chair braced for imminent ‘cash for Boris’ report

April 28, 2023

Rishi Sunak may have to decide the chair’s fate if he is reluctant to resign

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BBC reporter spins out of control in zero gravity

April 28, 2023

The BBC’s Science Editor Rebecca Morelle struggles during her first experience of weightlessness.

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BBC stuck in TV and radio era without digital plan – MPs committee

April 28, 2023

The Public Accounts Committee also caution against moving too quickly towards internet only broadcasting.

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Report into Richard Sharp’s appointment as BBC chairman due to be published

April 27, 2023

The result of the investigation is expected on Friday morning.

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MP Julian Knight fresh new misconduct allegations, BBC is told

April 27, 2023

Julian Knight strongly denies any wrongdoing, after police dropped an investigation into him.

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BBC chair braced for potentially damning report into his appointment

April 27, 2023

Report expected imminently will detail how Richard Sharp came to be recommended for post by Boris Johnson A potentially damning report into how Richard Sharp, …

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Richard Sharp: Report on appointment of BBC chairman expected

April 27, 2023

Questions were raised about Richard Sharp’s role in securing a loan for the then PM Boris Johnson.

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Fighting in Sudan despite ceasefire – BBC reporter

April 26, 2023

Violence in Omdurman continues, even as the army approves a ceasefire extension.

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Len Goodman: Can you spot this subtle tribute by a BBC weather forecaster?

April 25, 2023

The former Strictly Come Dancing head judge died on Saturday at the age of 78.

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Boris Johnson stays at Caribbean villa owned by tycoon at heart of BBC chairman row

April 23, 2023

Former Tory PM spent Easter at Dominican Republic home of cousin who acted as credit guarantor

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BBC breaks down the SpaceX launch – in 59 seconds

April 21, 2023

There were cheers, but there was also an explosion. The BBC’s Jonathan Amos breaks down what happened.

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BBC Tim Westwood inquiry opens 24/7 phone line

April 19, 2023

Independent team examining corporation’s response to concerns about conduct of DJ says it is keen to hear from Black women The independent review team examining …

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Richard Sharp’s future as BBC chair in doubt over ‘very uncomfortable’ report

April 19, 2023

Former Conservative party donor reportedly briefed on findings of investigation into his appointment UK politics live – latest updates Richard Sharp’s future as chair of …

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BBC could clear out stars like Huw Edwards and Sophie Raworth to save millions

April 16, 2023

Insiders reportedly said it has caused morale among staff to plummet

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Assaults, neglect and a Taser revealed in ‘deeply shocking’ BBC care home investigation

April 13, 2023

Residents assaulted and a staff member ordered Taser for protection – more care firm failings found by BBC.

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India expands investigation into BBC as more charges brought and workers questioned

April 13, 2023

Action comes months after country’s tax authorities conducted ‘surveys’ at BBC offices

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Elon Musk: Twitter owner changes BBC account’s ‘government funded’ label

April 12, 2023

The Twitter boss changed a BBC description from “government funded media” to “publicly-funded”.

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MasterChef fans bemoan tweak to rules as BBC cooking series returns

April 12, 2023

Others, however, defended the change

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Musk talks of Twitter ‘rollercoaster’ in BBC interview

April 12, 2023

The multi-billionaire defended his running of the company in an interview broadcast live from Twitter HQ.

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Watch: Elon Musk on the BBC row

April 12, 2023

In a last-minute interview with the BBC’s James Clayton, Mr Musk was asked about the “government funded” Twitter label.

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The Last of Us star Bella Ramsey to lead second season of BBC prison drama Time

April 11, 2023

The young actor will be going behind bars as she joins Jimmy McGovern’s critically acclaimed show

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Widow of BBC presenter who died after Covid jab says ‘no alternative’ but to sue AstraZeneca

April 11, 2023

BBC Radio Newcastle’s Lisa Shaw had her first jab in May 2021 and died just a week later

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Musk admits BBC ‘among least biased’ in row over Twitter ‘government-funded media’ tag

April 10, 2023

Designation added by Twitter to @BBC account is at odds with corporation’s public funding model and constitutional independence Elon Musk has described the BBC as …

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Qatargate: Andrea Cozzolino’s lawyer speaks to the BBC

April 10, 2023

An MEP allegedly took bribes to sway EU lawmakers. His lawyer says prosecutors want to “crack” him.

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Twitter: BBC objects to ‘government funded media’ label

April 9, 2023

Corporation says it wants to resolve issue after one of its main accounts receives new designation.

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‘I’ll be going to bed an hour later’: Ken Bruce ‘struggling’ to figure out new work schedule after BBC move

April 3, 2023

Bruce begins his new radio show today (3 April), after leaving the BBC last month following a decades-long career at the corporation

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Ken Bruce: I’m struggling with my work time change after move from BBC

April 3, 2023

The presenter said his new show since leaving the corporation is not looking to introduce ‘massive great bells and whistles stuff’.

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BBC presenter Susan Rae thanks listeners for support after Alzheimer’s diagnosis

April 2, 2023

Radio 4 announcer Susan Rae was diagnosed last year and her sons launched an appeal to fund her care.

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Gary Lineker row: Ex-ITN boss John Hardie to lead BBC social media review

March 31, 2023

John Hardie’s review of the BBC’s guidelines comes in the wake of a row over Gary Lineker’s tweets.

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BBC to cut 1,000 hours of new TV programming in 2023 to save money

March 30, 2023

Sport and BBC Four are among the areas to have fewer hours of original coverage to save money.

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BBC Punjabi Twitter account blocked in India

March 29, 2023

Twitter handles of several journalists in Punjab who were reporting on the manhunt for Amritpal Singh have also been blocked

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Richard Sharp shouldn’t be BBC chairman, says ex-director general

March 28, 2023

‘I don’t think his appointment should stand,’ says Lord Birt – as Lord Patten also criticises under-fire chair

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Richard Sharp unsuitable to be BBC chairman, ex-director general John Birt says

March 28, 2023

Richard Sharp was an “unsuitable candidate”, former BBC director general John Birt tells MPs.

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Clearview AI used nearly 1m times by US police, it tells the BBC

March 28, 2023

Clearview AI has been used by the police nearly a million times in the US, it tells the BBC.

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Gary Lineker says BBC row was ‘so disproportionate’ and ‘never thought tweet would be an issue’

March 27, 2023

Match of the Day presenter says BBC ‘recognised’ that ‘people make mistakes’ and have apologised

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BBC visits destroyed homes of Mississippi tornado victims

March 26, 2023

We heard harrowing stories from residents as they stood amongst the ruins of their home.

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BBC rejects charge of elitist Oxbridge bias in University Challenge

March 26, 2023

Corporation denies breach of impartiality rules by ‘rigging’ show in favour of Oxford and Cambridge The BBC has rejected charges of elitism aimed at its …

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Top Gear: 5 of BBC series’ most controversial moments as Freddie Flintoff ‘to leave show’

March 24, 2023

As the BBC pauses filming following Flintoff’s accident last year

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BBC told Kirsty Lang not to ‘say goodbye’ on leaving Front Row

March 24, 2023

Journalist voluntarily left Radio 4 show after 19 years but was saddened by lack of BBC announcement The journalist and broadcaster Kirsty Lang has claimed …

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BBC suspends proposed closure of the BBC Singers

March 24, 2023

The choir will appear at the Proms this year, the broadcaster has confirmed.

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BBC suspends proposed closure of the BBC Singers

March 24, 2023

The group, which is the UK’s only full-time professional chamber choir, will now perform at the Proms.

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BBC stops filming latest Top Gear series after Freddie Flintoff crash

March 24, 2023

‘We have sincerely apologised to Freddie,’ BBC says

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BBC halts filming latest Top Gear series after Freddie Flintoff crash

March 23, 2023

‘We have sincerely apologised to Freddie,’ BBC says

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BBC will not resume filming Top Gear series after Flintoff crash investigation

March 23, 2023

‘Judgment about how best to continue’ with motoring show will come after health and safety review The BBC has said it will not resume filming …

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‘It just feels a bit sad’: the Rev Richard Coles disappointed at ‘rushed’ BBC Radio 4 exit

March 22, 2023

Exclusive: BBC fail to publicise the presenter’s Saturday Live exit after 12 years – caused by them relocating the show to Cardiff The Rev Richard …

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BBC presenter’s months of ‘disgusting’ harassment

March 22, 2023

The South Today weather presenter was sent 150 explicit messages and videos.

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Julian Lloyd Webber takes aim at ‘lamentable’ BBC music cuts

March 21, 2023

The musician says plans to axe its chamber choir and reduce orchestra numbers have “rebounded badly”.

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BBC advises staff to delete TikTok from work phones

March 20, 2023

The corporation is taking the decision over privacy and security concerns about the popular app.

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Private firms profiting from asylum hotels, BBC learns

March 20, 2023

The government pays millions each day to house asylum seekers in almost 400 hotels across the UK.

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BBC staff told to delete TikTok app after ban from government devices

March 19, 2023

Broadcaster echoes government’s fear of data protection on Chinese-owned social media platform

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‘I’ve been silenced … literally’: Gary Lineker absent for BBC after losing voice

March 19, 2023

Lineker to miss Sunday’s live FA Cup game due to ‘nasty cold’ Alex Scott will step in to host Brighton v Grimsby coverage Gary Lineker …

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BBC chair Richard Sharp ‘helped friend get paid job’ advising corporation

March 18, 2023

Caroline Daniel reportedly advanced by Sharp for role as adviser on editorial standards and impartiality The embattled BBC chair, Richard Sharp, is facing a fresh …

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Gary Lineker and Alan Shearer ‘glad to be back to normality’ in return to TV after BBC row

March 18, 2023

The presenter missed Match of the Day last week weekend

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Gary Lineker says ‘it’s great to be here’ on BBC football return

March 18, 2023

Gary Lineker returns to presenting BBC football coverage after being suspended over an impartiality row.

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Gary Lineker news – live: Match of the Day star jokes about ‘sticking to football’ ahead of BBC return

March 18, 2023

Lineker returns to hosting duties for Manchester City vs Burnley in the FA Cup

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Gary Lineker news – live: Defiant Match of the Day star says he’s ‘still punching’ ahead of BBC return

March 18, 2023

Lineker to return to hosting duties after being reinstated by Tim Davie

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Gary Lineker jokes about ‘quiet’ week as he prepares for BBC return

March 18, 2023

Presenter will host live FA Cup match on Saturday evening in first appearance since suspension Gary Lineker is to return to TV screens for the …

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Braverman criticised for shutting out Guardian and BBC from Rwanda trip

March 18, 2023

Home secretary accused of rewarding favourable coverage on visit that is aimed at reinforcing the government’s migrant plan Suella Braverman has made her first trip …

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Tories pressured BBC over Johnson’s claim Starmer failed to prosecute Jimmy Savile

March 17, 2023

Party asked corporation not to say accusation was ‘false’ relating to time when Labour leader was DPP Analysis: Gary Lineker row signals Labour’s intention to …

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