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TV executive Samir Shah is Government’s choice for next BBC chairman
Dr Shah is currently chief executive of award-winning production company Juniper TV.
TV executive Samir Shah tipped to be named BBC chairman
The role is currently filled by acting chairwoman Dame Elan Closs Stephens.
Dizzee Rascal was on Government’s coronation playlist despite assault conviction
The musician lost an appeal last week over his conviction for assaulting his ex-fiancee.
Channel 4 boss praises ‘sensible decision’ on broadcaster’s future
Culture Secretary Michelle Donelan confirmed the Government has scrapped plans to privatise the broadcaster.
Government move to let Channel 4 make content prompts concern from indie sector
Culture Secretary Michelle Donelan confirmed the Government has scrapped plans to privatise the broadcaster.
British Museum confirms ‘constructive discussions’ with Greece on Elgin Marbles
The sculptures have been the subject of controversy over where they should be displayed.
17th century European lute music anthology at risk of leaving UK
The ‘rich and cosmopolitan’ work may help develop understanding of how cultures flourished across national boundaries.
Theatre chief calls on Government to help ‘already fragile industry’
The sector has been hit by a series of Covid-forced show cancellations.
Elton John requests meeting with PM over post-Brexit touring rules
The singer said it is ‘financially impossible’ for burgeoning British talent to tour in the European Union.
New data laws will focus on ‘common sense, not box-ticking’, says minister
Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said the Government wants to diverge from some EU data rules in order to boost trade with other nations.