Source · Select Committees · Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee
Recommendation 25
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Dr Shah's unwillingness to express views on fundamental BBC principles disappoints.
Conclusion
We were disappointed that Dr Shah was not willing to express a view on fundamental principles, such as board level interference in the BBC and other bodies and on political impartiality. In his evidence to us, Dr Shah did not sufficiently demonstrate the strength and character that is needed to challenge the executive leadership of the BBC. Pre-appointment hearing for Chair of the BBC Board 9
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 19 December 2023. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗