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BBC Cuts Pundit Travel for World Cup, Faces Criticism

12/3/2025

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The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) will have its television pundits work remotely for the World Cup in North America, sending them only for the quarter-finals.
The shift follows high costs and environmental concerns.
ITV will establish a studio in New York to compete with the BBC.
Critics, including former sports minister Clive Efford, say the plan disrespects the tournament and questions the BBC's status as the primary broadcaster.

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Story summary

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) will have its television pundits work remotely for the World Cup in North America, sending them only for the quarter-finals.
The shift follows high costs and environmental concerns.
ITV will establish a studio in New York to compete with the BBC.
Critics, including former sports minister Clive Efford, say the plan disrespects the tournament and questions the BBC's status as the primary broadcaster.