1 of 1
Story summary
- BBC Director General Matt Brittin announced the closure of BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra.
- The closures aim to help the BBC save £500 million by 2028 after losing over two million licence-fee payers since 2020.
- Insiders estimate the three services will cut about £10 million when they close in spring 2027.
- BBC announced roughly 1,200 job cuts.
- Unions warned of industrial action as staff morale falls.