Oral evidenceSelect & Joint CommitteesTuesday, 9 June 202609:30

Culture, Media and Sport Committee: BBC Royal Charter Review

Committee hears from witnesses

The Culture, Media and Sport Committee will take oral evidence on the BBC Royal Charter Review, examining how the Corporation should be governed and funded in the coming years. The Royal Charter is the BBC's constitutional settlement; reviewing it every ten years allows Parliament to scrutinise the broadcaster's remit, independence, accountability, and financial model. This session will hear from witnesses—likely including BBC leadership and external experts—on how the charter should evolve to reflect changing media consumption and public expectations.

The BBC's governance and funding shape how millions of Britons access news, current affairs, and entertainment. The charter review determines whether the BBC remains a universal public service, funded by the licence fee, and how it competes with streaming services. The outcome affects trust in public broadcasting, the sustainability of local and regional journalism, and competition in the media market.

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Committee mentioned:Culture, Media and Sport Committee