Staff plan more action

Article Abstract:

BBC staff and The National Union of Journalists and broadcasting union Bectu planned a protest against government interference in BBC, with a call to bring back Greg Dyke, the former director general of BBC who was forced to resign on 29th January 2004. BBC staff showed their solidarity by putting an advertisement in the Daily Telegraph, which stated that Greg Dyke stood for brave, independent BBC journalism that was fearless in its search for the truth.

Demonstrations and protests, Workers, National Union of Journalists

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In the shadow of Dyke: Byford steps forward

Article Abstract:

Mark Byford has moved in place of Greg Dyke, the previous director general of BBC, who was forced to resign, and Byford has stepped forward, busy boosting the staff morale that are still in a state of shock over the resignations of senior personnel. He affirms his commitment to strong investigative journalism and emphasizes that it must be based in a rigorous editorial framework.

Byford, Mark

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Staying power

Article Abstract:

The BBC's art commissioning division is experiencing some personnel changes, but commissioning executive for independents, Roger Thompson, remains a constant. Thompson is described as an extremely knowledgeable man who gets along well with independent filmmakers. More details on his professional life are given.

Behavior, Broadcasting, Thompson, Roger

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