Charlotte Moore rejects criticisms by John Whittingdale as she reveals novel programmes featuring Jeremy Paxman,Benedict Cumberbatch and Judi DenchThe controller of BBC TV channels has advance out fighting against government criticism with a spirited defence of its “unashamedly favorite” and distinctive television and a warning over future erosion of its independence.
In her first speech in her role as controller of BBC TV channels and iPlayer, Charlotte Moore said BBC1 must continue to unite the nation “around big, and shared moments”. She rejected the suggestion made last week by the culture secretary,John Whittingdale, that the channel had become less distinctive.
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Source: theguardian.com