So Far, only One Political Leader Is Prepared to Mount an Outspoken Defence of the BBC

So far, only one political leader is prepared to mount an outspoken defence of the BBC

As part of its editorial independence, the appointment of the BBC's next editor-in-chief is meant to be entirely down to its own independent board - and out of the hands of ministers.

So far, only one political leader is prepared to mount an outspoken de

Amid serious concerns over the editorial mistakes made by the BBC, the downfall of its leaders has been greeted with undisguised glee by many on the right of British politics. Former prime minister Liz Truss was quick off the mark to retweet gloating posts from Donald Trump and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt with clapping emojis. Ms Truss argued not just for the abolition of the licence fee, but for the end of nationalised broadcas…

So Far, Only One Political Leader Is Prepared To Mount An Outspoken Defence Of The BBC

Former prime minister Liz Truss was quick off the mark to retweet gloating posts from Donald Trump and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt with clapping emojis. Ms Truss argued not just for the abolition of the licence fee, but for the end of nationalised broadcasting altogether. Her former cabinet colleague Suella Braverman has also called for the licence fee to be scrapped. It’s an idea long advocated by Nadine Dorries during her time…