Bectu responds to resignation of BBC Director General Tim Davie

Reacting to the resignation of BBC Director General Tim Davie, Head of Bectu Philippa Childs said:

“Tim Davie has steered the BBC through some difficult times, and I thank him for his work to defend the Corporation and support staff in a time of declining budgets, especially his work on the BBC’s Culture Review.

“This is a critical moment for the BBC as we head into a Charter renewal process, and it is essential that this post is quickly filled with someone similarly committed to public service broadcasting who can champion the BBC’s mission, values, and political independence.

“The BBC is a central pillar of our cultural ecosystem, the new Director General will have a huge role not only in leading the Corporation and its many talented staff, but in driving forwards the wider creative industries which benefit from a strong and bold BBC.”