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The first step towards saving our precious BBC: remove Robbie Gibb from the board

The BBC belongs to all of us, and it is under attack as never before. The government must defend it from its enemies, within and without, says Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey

The Guardian - UK

Richard Sharp obituary

Rugby union fly-half who captained England to a Five Nations championship title in the freezing winter of 1963

The Guardian - UK

Carol Vorderman issues damning verdict of BBC after string of scandals

Former ‘Countdown’ star said a string of controversies had led to dwindling trust in the broadcaster, amid a culture of ‘arrogance and snobbery’ in the TV sector

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‘Political’ search for new V&A chair mired in accusations of cronyism

Coveted post at London arts institution tainted by process widened to include the Cabinet Office and Downing Street

The Guardian - UK

Former BBC chair Richard Sharp 'could be granted knighthood' by Rishi Sunak

FORMER BBC chair Richard Sharp has been put forward for a significant honour by Rishi Sunak, according to a report.

The National (Scotland)

Troublesome talent and meddling ministers. As BBC chair, Samir Shah, here’s what you’ve got to do

Our expert panel on how the BBC should deal with perfidious governments and a hostile press – all while continuing to engage the public

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New BBC chair is co-author of Boris Johnson’s controversial race report

Samir Shah claimed ‘race lobby’ didn’t get report which rejected the idea Britain is institutionally racist

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Samir Shah to be appointed as next chair of BBC

Veteran TV executive to replace Richard Sharp, who resigned after breaching rules over loan to Boris Johnson

The Guardian - UK

New BBC chair to face tougher test of scrutiny in bid to avoid conflicts of interest

CANDIDATES for the BBC’s top job will be subject to greater scrutiny in a bid to avoid a repeat of the conflict of interest row which led to the…

The National (Scotland)

Next BBC chair faces tougher scrutiny over conflicts of interest

After the row that led to Richard Sharp’s exit, a more rigorous selection process is now in place

The Guardian - UK

Elton John brands BBC Introducing cuts ‘a worrying step’ for up-and-coming artists

Elton John has branded the cuts affecting BBC Introducing “a worrying step” that shows a “neglect of musicians”.

Evening Standard

Bite the air in Britain and you can taste the prejudices that haunt us. I’m sorry I became part of that

After drawing a cartoon including antisemitic tropes, I am trying to apologise, to learn and to be vigilant, says Guardian cartoonist Martin Rowson

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It never rains but it pours as BBC boss hit by yet another storm

Scandal over male presenter could define Tim Davie’s tenure and set future direction of the corporation

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Wealthy may have to pay more for BBC services in future, says former chair

‘Regressive’ licence fee could be replaced by broadband tax or levy based on property value, Richard Sharp suggests

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Ex-BBC chair Richard Sharp: Wealthier might have to pay bigger licence fee

The former Goldman Sachs banker claimed the current licence fee system is ‘regressive’

Evening Standard

Ousted former BBC chair Richard Sharp speaks out after resignation

The former Goldman Sachs banker left the role after a report found he breached the rules around public appointments

The Independent UK

Richard Sharp speaks out after resignation: BBC chair is a ‘target’

The former Goldman Sachs banker left the role after a report found he breached the rules around public appointments.

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Acting BBC chair says corporation feels a debt of gratitude to Richard Sharp

She took over from Mr Sharp in an interim position.

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Head of criticised review into Government’s anti-terror programme knighted

Sir William Shawcross has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours List for his public service.

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Culture Secretary ‘very pleased’ ITV launched review after Schofield exit

Lucy Frazer was also questioned by the Culture, Media and Sport Committee about the possibility of the Elgin Marbles being returned to Greece.

Wales Online

Welsh woman Dame Elan Closs Stephens named acting BBC chair

Dame Elan Closs Stephens will replace Richard Sharp as acting BBC chair on June 27

The Independent UK

BBC journalists express vote of no confidence in senior leadership team

The National Union of Journalists surveyed members in May, with results showing that 93% no longer had confidence in the team.

The National (Scotland)

Who is Dame Elan Closs Stephens? The new acting chair of the BBC

DAME Elan Closs Stephens has been announced as the new acting chair of the BBC by the UK Government.

Evening Standard

BBC appoints new acting chair following Richard Sharp resignation

Dame Elan Closs Stephens has been appointed as the acting chairwoman of the BBC after Richard Sharp resigned earlier this year.

The Independent UK

Dame Elan Closs Stephens appointed acting chairwoman of BBC

Richard Sharp resigned as BBC chairman after failing to disclose his connection to a loan for former prime minister Boris Johnson.

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