BBC could ‘crush’ local news warns trade body amid ‘misguided’ Ofcom review January 22, 2024 The BBC could cause serious harm to local news publishers who cannot compete with the broadcaster, the News Media Association has warned.
UK politicians slam Netanyahu’s opposition to two-state solution January 21, 2024 Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s opposition to a two-state solution in Gaza has been criticised by Grant Shapps and Yvette Cooper as “disappointing” and “unacceptable”.
Cameron refuses to say how much he was paid by Greensill Capital January 14, 2024 David Cameron today refused to confirm how much he was paid to lobby for Greensill Capital as he was questioned about his role at the firm again.
Cameron: We’ll strike the Houthis again if attacks continue January 14, 2024 The UK is “prepared to back our words with actions”, David Cameron has said, after military action was taken against the Houthis over their attacks in the Red Sea.
Post Office scandal: Government looking into appeals amid Met probe January 7, 2024 Government is “looking at” the option of exonerating all postmasters affected by the Post Office Horizon scandal, while the Met Police has announced a probe into “potential fraud”.
Spring Budget 2024: Sunak pledges to slash taxes ahead of March statement January 7, 2024 Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has repeated his promise to continue cutting taxes ahead of a March 6 budget. “I’m going to be crystal clear. My priority is cutting taxes,” he said.
Athletics fans stunned at British world champion BBC Sports Personality snub December 12, 2023 The Scot won 1500m gold at the World Athletics Championships this year.
BBC licence fee set to rise less than expected next year December 7, 2023 The BBC licence fee will rise from £159 to £169.50 next year, the culture and media secretary Lucy Frazer told ministers on Thursday.
Tall poppy syndrome? Why Britain needs to get over its hate of the BBC December 7, 2023 Britain loves to hate its biggest success stories, but it must embrace its own strengths if it wants to go for growth, writes Will Cooling
New BBC chair to be appointed amid licensing fee battle with government December 6, 2023 The BBC is reportedly set to appoint a British television and radio executive as chair as it faces an uphill battle with its licensing fee.