BBC’s director general Tim Davie and the CEO of News Deborah Turness both resigned on Sunday. The shock decisions came after the BBC’s flagship documentary show Panorama was accused of doctoring a Donald Trump speech to make it seem like he encouraged the January 6 Capitol riot.

“This is a sad day for the BBC. Tim has been an outstanding Director-General for the last five years. He has propelled the BBC forward with determination, single-mindedness and foresight,” said BBC Chairman Samir Shah. “He has had the full support of me and the Board throughout. However, I understand the continued pressure on him, personally and professionally, which has led him to take this decision today. The whole Board respects the decision and the reasons for it.”

In an exit statement to BBC staff, Davie w

See Full Page