BBC to cut 2,000 jobs, shut BBC Three, BBC Scotland TV channels and Radio 4 Extra to save £500 million
The BBC plans to cut up to two thousand jobs and close BBC Three, the BBC Scotland TV channel and Radio 4 Extra in a sweeping savings drive.
The BBC has announced plans to cut up to two thousand jobs and close several channels as part of a drive to save five hundred million pounds.
BBC Three, the BBC Scotland television channel and Radio 4 Extra are all set to shut under the proposals, marking one of the biggest shake-ups in the broadcaster's recent history.
The corporation says the savings are needed to secure its long-term future as viewing habits shift and funding pressures mount. Unions are expected to fight the job losses.
Further details of which services will be affected, and on what timetable, are expected in the coming weeks.
Reporting based on coverage from BBC News.