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BBC Appoints Former Google Exec Matt Brittin as Director General, Succeeding Tim Davie

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BBC Appoints Former Google Exec Matt Brittin as Director General, Succeeding Tim Davie Open in Variety.com
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  • Brittin will take up the post May 18, with Rhodri Talfan Davies as interim DG until then.
  • Samir Shah, BBC chair, highlighted Brittin's ability to lead transformation in a complex organization.
  • Brittin’s appointment signals a shift toward digital platform focus for the BBC.

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From YouTube to Trump: six urgent issues for BBC’s new boss, Matt Brittin

https://www.theguardian.com/media/2026/mar/25/matt-brittin-urgent-issues-bbc-new-director-generalTheguardian.com
From YouTube to Trump: six urgent issues for BBC’s new boss, Matt Brittin

BBC announce ex-Google boss as new director-general after Trump 'edit' scandal

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BBC announce ex-Google boss as new director-general after Trump 'edit' scandal

Ex-Google executive will take over as director-general of the BBC

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-15678143/new-BBC-boss-revealed-Google.htmlDailymail.co.uk
Ex-Google executive will take over as director-general of the BBC

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