BBC radio presenter Jim Naughtie apologises for comments about Brexiteer MPs
BBC radio presenter Jim Naughtie has apologised for likening a group of Tory Eurosceptics to France’s National Front, saying that his words were “ill-chosen”.
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Stormzy lands new TV role – as newspaper editor
Stormzy is to play a newspaper editor in a new TV drama.
Soaring cost of rebuilding EastEnders set slammed by MPs
MPs have criticised the BBC’s plans to rebuild the set of EastEnders after it shot millions of pounds over budget – partly due to plans to make it appear old.
BBC boss Tony Hall reveals foundation plans in the wake of decline in local news
BBC chief Tony Hall is revealing plans for a new, independent foundation to tackle the “chronic underreporting” of local news.
Paddy McGuinness: I like it when people shout my catchphrases back at me
Paddy McGuinness has said he enjoys it when people shout his catchphrases back at him because it is the highest form of compliment.
Regulatory bodies slowing BBC down, says chairman
The chairman of the BBC has called for a reduction in regulatory red tape so the broadcaster can compete with Netflix.
Dundee disco divas Amelia and Malebo make TV bows
Two disco-dancing Dundonian youngsters will be appearing on TV screens across the country as part of a new documentary series.
Andrew Flintoff drives modified hearse in first footage from new Top Gear
Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff and Paddy McGuinness hurtle around a rainy Welsh race track in a souped-up hearse in the first footage from the new series of Top Gear.
Marlon James says he was desperate to ‘drive out the gay’ with exorcism
Novelist Marlon James has said he desperately wanted to “drive out the gay” with an evangelical exorcism.
Stars will be out in force as Red Nose Day returns
Red Nose Day returns to BBC One with skits and celebrities for an evening of charity fundraising.
New BBC Three series to explore effect of pornography on young people
A BBC Three series will explore the damaging effect pornography may be having on young people as it follows six British men and women into Spain’s sex industry.
Dara O Briain to host new BBC show The Family Brain Games
A new BBC game show will feature families competing in a test of intelligence designed by a neuroscientist.
EastEnders actress Katie Jarvis ‘absolutely fine’ after reports she was attacked
EastEnders actress Katie Jarvis has said she is “absolutely fine” following reports she was attacked on a night out.
I will use my platform to promote gender equality, says Greg James
Greg James has said he will use his platform to promote the cause of gender equality and diversity at the BBC.
Corporation still has very long way to go over equal pay, says BBC Women
Members of the BBC Women group have welcomed a new investigation by a human rights watchdog over suspected past pay discrimination at the corporation, but added that the BBC still has a “very long way” to go.
Jon Snow says media companies should be shamed into giving equal pay to women
Jon Snow has said management at media companies should be shamed into ensuring equal pay for women.
Human rights watchdog launches investigation into BBC over equal pay
A human rights watchdog has launched an investigation into “suspected past pay discrimination against women” at the BBC, it has been announced.
BBC has faced nearly two years of equal pay controversy
Carrie Gracie caused an enormous headache for the BBC as the most high-profile casualty of the controversy over equal pay.
Human rights watchdog launches investigation into BBC gender pay practices
A human rights watchdog has launched an investigation into BBC pay practices over alleged discrimination against women.
Would-be TV stars could feature in BBC baking show to be filmed in Dundee
Those interested in appearing on TV could have their chance as a new baking show for the BBC is to be filmed in Broughty Ferry.