The BBC faces formidable challenges as it searches for a new leader
As the BBC starts its search for the next director general, it faces multiple problems, but there is also opportunity.
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Broadcasting
Broadcasting and Social Media: time for a fresh start?
The digital environment means social media – whatever our reservations – is a key part of the future for broadcasters. But now is the moment to re-set the relationship
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I didn’t hear the news today, oh boy
In common with all other broadcasters, the BBC has to adhere to a set of requirements which, as its code of practice states, means that from 12.30 am until 10.00 pm there can be no coverage of any issues directly pertinent to the election campaign.
Read moreBBC under attack: It’s a familiar scenario with the usual suspects.
It’s to be yet another week of crisis, inspection and introspection for the forever under pressure BBC as the government
Read moreWhat to call ‘Islamic State’? The BBC and government pressure.
On June 29th, speaking on BBC Radio 4’s Today programme about the appalling murders in Tunisia, David Cameron told presenter
Read moreCelebrity prayers….public figures and politics.
The latest Labour election broadcast, premiered on March 30th, is a direct to audience address by the actor Martin Freeman, who you might
Read moreQuestion Time for a change?
Last night’s episode of BBC1’s long running political panel show, Question Time was a comparatively sedate affair. Coming as it
Read moreCameron’s collision and other stories – a week in the news.
A typically unpredictable week for David Cameron began with the media quick to decide that his collision in Leeds with
Read moreMade in Cardiff – The City’s local TV channel gets ready to launch
Posted by: Dr John Jewell On Wednesday, TV Company Made unveils Made In Cardiff, the Capital’s very own local television service. It promises
Read moreEvening TV News bulletins influenced by rolling 24 hour news culture
Posted by: Dr Stephen Cushion Despite competition from new platforms online, on smart phones or on 24-hour television news channels,
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