Matt Brittin
British rower and businessman, 18th Director-General of the BBC
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- Oct 20
BBC to close BBC Three and BBC Scotland TV channels and Radio 4 Extra in spring 2027
The corporation expects to cut between 1,800 and 2,000 jobs, almost one in 10 of its roughly 21,500 full-time staff, as it seeks £500m in savings over two years. Radio 4 Extra will also lose its linear broadcast.
- Jul 14
BBC licence fee payers drop by 539,000 as Scott Mills tops presenter pay list before sacking
The BBC's annual report reveals a faster-than-expected drop in licence fee payers and a presenter pay list topped by Scott Mills, who was sacked in March over a historical police investigation.
- Jun 17
BBC to cut 550 jobs in £500m savings drive, axing flagship Radio 4 show and Sunday Breakfast
The BBC is eliminating 550 roles, including in news, and reviewing its TV and radio portfolio as part of a plan to save £500 million over three years.