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Former Google executive Matt Brittin selected to be next BBC director general

Matt Brittin, a former Google executive, has been named the BBC’s next director general, confirmed after a BBC board meeting.
The appointment comes as the BBC negotiates its future funding model with the government and considers editorial leadership changes.
Brittin will join with plans to appoint a new head of BBC News and to implement cost-cutting and tech-enabled initiatives at the corporation.
Britain’s government and Ofcom pressure on platforms, including YouTube, feature in the context of the BBC’s evolving strategy under Brittin.
Brittin’s background includes a lengthy Google career and a history as an Olympic rower.
Critics have flagged Brittin’s lack of editorial experience despite his technology and strategy background.
The BBC expects Brittin to help steer staffing decisions and programming amid a funding review and charter renewal.
The licence fee model is under pressure as more households opt out of paying.
Brittin’s appointment marks a moment of leadership transition during a period of scrutiny and political attacks on the BBC.
Brittin’s appointment underscores continuing ties between the BBC and digital platforms like YouTube.

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