The BBC is committed to universal public service and we would never have a plan – or support one – that excluded any audience (Letters, 28 January).
What we have said, jointly with the other public-service media organisations, is that a transition to delivering TV over the internet in the mid-2030s as part of a UK-wide plan to get everyone in the country online has the potential to close the digital divide once and for all.
There is no deadline or cliff edge. We understand the concerns around ensuring that the right conditions are in place for such a transition, which is why early clarity from the government on the path forward is essential. Together we can ensure that no one is left behind on the journey.
Kieran Clifton
Director, BBC Distribution and Business Development
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