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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Thomas Kingsley and William Mata

Richard Sharp news – live: Calls to examine Boris Johnson’s role in BBC appointment

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Richard Sharp has resigned as chair of the BBC after a damning report on the “cash for Boris” row found he had breached strict rules on public appointments.

Mr Sharp, a Conservative Party donor, said he was standing down in the interests of the broadcaster.

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