All BBC articles – Page 590
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NewsJo Brand comic novel being adapted for BBC1
An adaptation of Jo Brand’s comic novel The More You Ignore Me is in development for BBC1, with the comedian already having written an initial screenplay.
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NewsO'Reilly lawyers begin case summary
Andrew Thorman’s testimony that Jay Hunt was the ultimate decision maker in dropping Miriam O’Reilly from Countryfile is a “highly significant” part of the case against the BBC, O’Reilly’s legal team has claimed.
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NewsBBC hits back at Adam Smith Institute claims
The BBC has hit back at suggestions it is not living up to its public service remit, after the Adam Smith Institute claimed ITV’s “revival” was undermining the BBC’s right to public funding.
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NewsGulf War veteran criticises BBC's Accused
Gulf War veteran Colonel Tim Collins has criticised an episode of a BBC1 drama set on the front line as irresponsible and a “desperate” attempt to “shock”.
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NewsWright leaves BBC Films after 15 years
The managing director of BBC Films is stepping down from her role at the end of the month, to explore “several new opportunities” within the film world.
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NewsDamazer: O'Reilly story dropped on editorial judgement
Former Radio 4 controller Mark Damazer has claimed his decision to spike a programme about Wootton Bassett had nothing to do with the fact it originated from Miriam O’Reilly, arguing he did “not recall” that her name had been mentioned.
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NewsBroadcasters line-up William and Kate shows
Broadcasters including the BBC and ITV have hastily rescheduled programming this evening to mark the engagement of Prince William and Kate Middleton.
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NewsHunt denies John Craven claims in O'Reilly case
Jay Hunt has denied saying Countryfile presenter John Craven was retained on the programme because he was “an older man”, as part of a second round of evidence given today.
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NewsPact wades into BBC animation controversy
Pact has waded into the controversy surrounding the BBC’s plans to build an animation studio, describing it as “a body blow” to UK indies and “a highly questionable move” for the licence fee-payer.
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NewsWorldwide sells £97m channel stakes to Discovery
BBC Worldwide has sold its 50% stake in two channels to joint venture partner Discovery for £97m.
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NewsITV's Downton undermines BBC, says Adam Smith Institute
The “revival” of ITV, with the airing of programmes such as Downton Abbey, is undermining the BBC’s right to be publicly funded, the Adam Smith Institute has suggested.
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NewsHunt to return to witness stand
Jay Hunt has been called back to the witness stand in the tribunal case between former presenter Miriam O’Reilly and the BBC, after new evidence emerged late last week.
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NewsSecond name emerges for BBC Trust chair
Journalist Julian Bray has revealed he is a candidate to become chairman of the BBC Trust and that the role is set to be changed significantly.
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NewsStrikes definitely off, NUJ confirms
The NUJ has called off the strike due to take place on Monday, as the joint unions have been offered the opportunity to talk to the BBC early next week.
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NewsWood linked to BBC Trust chair
Former ITN chief executive Mark Wood has emerged as a candidate to become the next chair of the BBC Trust.
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NewsAxe red button comedy, says BBC Trust
The BBC Trust has recommended that the corporation should phase out its “red button” interactive service for comedy and drama programmes to save money.
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NewsGroup blasts BBC's "cynical" animation project
The trade body representing independent animation companies has blasted the BBC’s plans to build an in house production unit, saying it “would be a blow to the heart” of the industry.
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RatingsMisfits back with more than 1m
THURSDAY: Supernatural E4 drama Misfits returned with more than 1m viewers at 10pm last night - more than twice as many as watched the launch episode of the first series.
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NewsVaizey: BBC got "superb" licence fee deal
The BBC got a “superb” licence fee settlement as part of the Comprehensive Spending Review (CSR) and will retain its independence from the Government despite budget cuts, Ed Vaizey has insisted.
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NewsNUJ offers to call off strike
The NUJ strike planned for next week will be called off and talks re-opened if the BBC drops disciplinary action against three overseas union members who supported the strike.