Source · Select Committees · Culture, Media and Sport Committee
Recommendation 26
26
Rejected
Serious reservations about Dr Shah's willingness to challenge BBC leadership.
Conclusion
While we are of the view that Dr Shah is appointable as Chair, we have serious reservations about his willingness to offer his opinions and insight on some of the most fundamental issues facing the Corporation, and his ability to provide the robust challenge that the BBC leadership requires at this time.
Government Response Summary
The government notes the committee's serious reservations about Dr. Shah's willingness to offer opinions and provide robust challenge, but expresses confidence in his abilities and confirms his appointment as Chair of the BBC.
Government Response
Rejected
HM Government
Rejected
I was pleased that the Committee agreed that Dr Shah is appointable for the role of Chair of the BBC, and I can confirm his appointment will now be put to the next meeting of the Privy Council for His Majesty The King’s final approval. I note the points made in the Committee’s Report. The Committee noted Dr Shah’s considerable broadcasting expertise, board-level experience and awareness of the current and upcoming challenges facing broadcast media and the BBC. I am confident that Dr Shah will provide the support and scrutiny that the BBC needs - in which your Committee plays such a vital role - to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future.