BBC director general Tim Davie vows to tackle Britain's 'crisis of trust'
- BBC director-general Tim Davie delivered a speech in Salford on Wednesday outlining plans to restore public trust and lead the corporation into the digital age.
- The speech responds to declining trust since a decade ago and coincides with ongoing negotiations about renewing the BBC's royal charter, expiring in 2027.
- Davie outlined several initiatives, including a strategy to end traditional broadcast transmissions during the 2030s, AI-driven personalized learning assistants for children, the launch of a new streaming device, and enhanced anti-bullying measures.
- He expressed concern that, for the first time in his life, the stability of the UK’s democratic and unified society is under threat, and highlighted the BBC’s commitment to playing a leading role in restoring public trust.
- These proposals aim to position the BBC as a leader in trusted information, education, and digital inclusion while addressing workplace culture reforms and opening opportunities for diverse talent.
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