The Latest Breaking News from The World Service

Matt Brittin has taken the helm of the supertanker BBC, but there are plenty of icebergs in his way

First, the new DG will have to navigate staff cuts, culture wars and a sea of fake news, says Guardian columnist Jane Martinson

The Guardian - UK · May 19

The key challenges facing new BBC boss Matt Brittin: From Trump to public trust

The 57-year-old joins the corporation at a tumultuous time as it faces a 10 billion dollar lawsuit from US President Donald Trump.

The Independent UK · May 18

What issues will new BBC director-general Matt Brittin have to deal with?

The 57-year-old joins the corporation at a tumultuous time as it faces a 10 billion dollar lawsuit from US President Donald Trump.

Evening Standard · May 18

BBC World Service funding freeze risks ‘opening door to hostile states’, MPs say

Cross-party committee says service is ‘jewel in crown of UK’s soft power’ but is diminished by poor governance

The Guardian - UK · Mar 13

MPs fear loss of BBC World Service influence amid ‘hostile’ propaganda push

Committee calls for action on funding and protection for journalists as fears grow that viewer trust is being lost to Russia and China.

The Independent UK · Mar 13

George Bennett obituary

Other lives: Broadcaster with the World Service who sought out talented people to make interesting shows

The Guardian - UK · Feb 25

The World Service must be preserved, whatever the cost

Letters: Readers respond to an editorial on the funding threats to a vital source of information and comfort provided by the BBC

The Guardian - UK · Feb 20

The Guardian view on the BBC World Service: this is London calling

Editorial: With just seven weeks before its funding runs out, the UK’s greatest cultural asset and most trusted international news organisation must be supported

The Guardian - UK · Feb 13

BBC World Service faces funding cliff edge in seven weeks, says Tim Davie

As trust in Russia and China’s state broadcasters grows, director general warns of the dangers of cutting back the service

The Guardian - UK · Feb 10

Tim Davie says BBC will stay on X to try to stem ‘flood’ of global misinformation

Director general says BBC needs to reach young audiences online amid pressure to leave Elon Musk-owned site

The Guardian - UK · Jan 8