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Coronation lesson plans sent directly to Scottish councils by UK Government

THE UK Government has sent resources intended to teach children about King Charles’s coronation and the role of the monarchy in the UK to councils…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 30, 2023

Who is outgoing BBC chairman Richard Sharp, and what was the crisis that brought him down?

The former banker became embroiled in a cronyism row earlier this year over helping former prime minister Boris Johnson secure an £800,000 loan guarantee

Evening Standard · Apr 28, 2023

Who could replace Richard Sharp as chair of the BBC?

Muriel Gray and Sir Nicholas Serota are among those who could be in contention.

The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2023

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Who is outgoing BBC chairman Richard Sharp?

The former banker has announced his resignation following a report by barrister Adam Heppinstall KC.

The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2023

BBC refuses to publish emails from 'active Tory agent' on its board

THE BBC has refused to disclose emails sent from Robbie Gibb, the board member for England accused of being an “active agent” for the Tory…

The National (Scotland) · Apr 19, 2023

Labour vows to ‘secure BBC’s independence’ after Lineker row

Rows about the football pundit’s tweets and the appointment of a Tory donor as chairman have prompted concerns about political pressures on the corporation

The Guardian - UK · Mar 26, 2023

Rejoice at Lineker’s victory over the BBC and the right. Then learn the lessons for battles to come

For years, the toxic right have pulled the national debate in their own direction. The mass BBC rebellion showed how we can pull it back, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones

The Guardian - UK · Mar 14, 2023

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Who is outgoing BBC chairman Richard Sharp and why did he resign?

The former banker became embroiled in a cronyism row over helping Boris Johnson secure an £800,000 loan facility

The Independent UK · Mar 12, 2023

Joe Lycett 'available' to host Match of the Day as social media users poke fun at show

The comedian says he is “very much available” to step in after the BBC said Gary Lineker would not host the show

Wales Online · Mar 10, 2023

Joe Lycett ‘available’ to present Match Of The Day as Twitter users mock BBC

Thousands of social media users shared their thoughts after the BBC decision to take Gary Lineker off the football highlights show.

The Independent UK · Mar 10, 2023

Who is Richard Sharp? BBC chairman who ‘helped Boris Johnson secure £800,000 loan’

Former banker worked for more than 30 years in the financial sector, including a 23-year stint at investment giant Goldman Sachs

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2023

Who is under-fire BBC chairman Richard Sharp?

Richard Sharp’s career has put him at the heart of the financial, political and media worlds.

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2023

Who is Richard Sharp? BBC chairman who ‘helped Boris Johnson secure £800,000 loan’

Former banker worked for more than 30 years in the financial sector, including a 23-year stint at investment giant Goldman Sachs

The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2023

Who is Richard Sharp? BBC chairman who ‘helped Boris Johnson secure £800,000 loan’

Former banker worked for more than 30 years in the financial sector, including a 23-year stint at investment giant Goldman Sachs

The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2023

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The Independent UK · Jan 22, 2023

Who is Richard Sharp, the BBC chairman facing calls for investigation? OLD

The former banker worked for more than 30 years in the financial sector, including a 23-year stint at investment giant Goldman Sachs.

The National (Scotland) · Jan 21, 2023

Experts: BBC must re-evaluate impartiality approach to regain trust

THE BBC must re-evaluate its approach to impartiality and end the “concerning politicisation” of its leadership if it hopes to regain trust,…

The National (Scotland) · Jan 12, 2023

Minister defends 'Tory agent' bid to limit BBC's Brexit reporting

CULTURE Secretary Michelle Donelan has defended BBC board member Robbie Gibb for telling journalists not to cast Brexit in a “negative light”.

Evening Standard · Dec 19, 2022

Manager of famed Simpson’s Tavern ‘frozen out’ by landlords

The manager of Simpson’s Tavern, the much-loved City restaurant said to have served Charles Dickens, says he has been locked out of discussions to reopen his doors after an “insulting” bid by a rival hopeful owner.

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The Independent UK · Sep 27, 2022

Decision to cancel Last Night Of The Proms was a ’50/50 call’, says BBC boss

Tim Davie was speaking during the RTS London Convention.

The Guardian - UK · Sep 6, 2022

BBC chief denies Emily Maitlis’s ‘Tory agent’ claims

Chairman Richard Sharp tells MPs that former Newsnight presenter was ‘completely wrong’

The National (Scotland) · Sep 6, 2022

BBC board member 'liked anti-SNP tweet by accident', corporation head claims

The BBC board member who Emily Maitlis described as an “active agent of the Tory party” liked a tweet criticising the SNP by mistake,…

The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2022

BBC bosses say Emily Maitlis’ criticism of Newsnight case was ‘completely wrong’

The BBC director-general and chairman addressed Emily Maitlis’ speech while appearing before a Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee.

The Guardian - UK · Aug 27, 2022

Labour pledges to strengthen the BBC’s independence and protect funding

Party would insulate broadcaster from political pressure, says shadow culture secretary, as Liz Truss prepares to wage war on it

The National (Scotland) · Aug 27, 2022

BBC insiders back Emily Maitlis's claims about 'Tory agent' influencing output

BBC insiders have said Emily Maitlis was right when she said that Sir Robbie Gibb was an “active agent” of the Tory party who was influencing…

The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2022

Dimbleby says Maitlis should not have made Newsnight monologue a ‘polemic’

The veteran broadcaster also dismissed the idea a call from No 10 put pressure on the BBC to rebuke Maitlis and her team.

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