BBC iPlayer may charge for older shows in new plan
The UK government proposes a 'top-up' subscription for older BBC iPlayer content to secure the broadcaster's future. Have your say in the public consultation.
The UK government proposes a 'top-up' subscription for older BBC iPlayer content to secure the broadcaster's future. Have your say in the public consultation.
The UK government is considering major reforms to the BBC's charter and funding, aiming to depoliticise its board and secure its long-term future. Explore the potential changes and what they mean for the broadcaster.
The government has begun a formal review of the BBC's Royal Charter, focusing on its sustainable funding and public trust. Explore the future of the UK's public broadcaster.
Donald Trump files a $10bn lawsuit against the BBC over a Panorama edit, as UK ministers publish a green paper on the future of the licence fee. Political leaders clash over the broadcaster's independence.
As the government launches its green paper on BBC charter renewal, we examine the six potential funding models on the table, from subscriptions to a household levy, and rate their likelihood.
US President Donald Trump launches a massive £7.5 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC, alleging a Panorama documentary maliciously edited his January 6 speech. Read the full details.
Donald Trump files a $5bn lawsuit against the BBC for editing his Capitol speech. The broadcaster apologised, calling it an 'error of judgement'. Full details inside.
The BBC announces The Traitors Season 4 premieres January 1, 2026 on BBC One and iPlayer. Get episode dates, cast details, and Celebrity Traitors renewal news.
Mike Bubbins returns as Tony Mammoth in the BBC Two sitcom's second series. This review explores the show's deadpan send-up of masculinity and its surprising insights into modern life. Watch now on BBC iPlayer.
The BBC's new reality show, The Marvellous Miniature Workshop, sees expert model-makers recreate poignant personal places in miniature. The result is a uniquely charming and deeply emotional half-hour of television, now on iPlayer.
A fire at BBC Scotland's Pacific Quay headquarters forced a full evacuation and took BBC Radio Scotland Breakfast off air. Presenters describe the scene as emergency services responded. Read the latest.
Historian Rutger Bregman accuses BBC of cowardice after it removed his Trump corruption remark from Reith lecture broadcast, sparking free speech debate.
Police raids on Volodymyr Zelenskyy's chief of staff Andriy Yermak threaten Ukraine's political stability and peace negotiations. Read the full analysis.
A powerful BBC documentary reveals the shocking truth about Britain's biggest mass poisoning in Cornwall and victims' 36-year fight for justice.
Former BBC board member Shumeet Banerji reveals how leaked memo and leadership changes have encouraged corporation's enemies. Read the full investigation.
The bizarre digital affair between Robert F Kennedy Jr and journalist Olivia Nuzzi reveals why Americans should learn to laugh at political scandals rather than over-analyse them.
Hundreds of carers wrongly accused of fraud speak out as landmark review exposes DWP failures. Victims share harrowing stories of prosecution and financial ruin.
BBC board members face MPs over Trump speech edit scandal, denying coup allegations while admitting to slow response. Key resignations and potential lawsuit revealed.
Former BBC adviser Caroline Daniel disputes claims of systemic bias, telling MPs the corporation took impartiality 'extremely seriously'. Explore the internal debate that rocked the BBC leadership.
Senior BBC figures questioned over leaked memo that triggered leadership crisis. Explore the key revelations about bias claims, internal reviews, and the future of the broadcaster.
The BBC faces a potential $1bn lawsuit from Donald Trump over an edited speech. Key figures are being questioned by MPs today. Follow the latest developments.
Claudia Winkleman's firm earned £2m as The Traitors and Strictly soared, while Graham Norton's pay fell. Discover the financial details behind BBC's top presenters.
BBC director general Tim Davie and head of news Deborah Turness resign suddenly amid claims of liberal bias and internal divisions. MPs to investigate allegations.
Robert F Kennedy Jr's explicit love poem to journalist Olivia Nuzzi leaked by her ex Ryan Lizza. Read the full scandal details and political fallout.
The BBC is creating a deputy director general role and expanding its standards panel following a major bias controversy. Learn how this reshapes the corporation's leadership.
Nicôle Lecky's new BBC drama Wild Cherry explores privileged youth and online secrecy with compelling mother-daughter dynamics. Stream now on BBC iPlayer.
Former child actors from BBC's 1988 Narnia adaptation reveal they were warned about Jimmy Savile's inappropriate behaviour during filming. Learn about the shocking revelations and BBC's response.
BBC bosses are reportedly divided over pausing Strictly Come Dancing following a second star's rape arrest in three months. The scandal has prompted discussions about safeguarding reforms.
A BBC board member resigns after being excluded from talks on liberal bias allegations that led to the director general's shock exit. Follow the latest developments.
BBC board member Shumeet Banerji resigns early, citing governance failures following high-level departures. Get the latest on this developing story.