General · 15 April 2026

BBC cutting 2,000 jobs, biggest in 15 years

Many staff members will face redundancy as the BBC prepares for its most significant job cuts in almost 15 years. The broadcaster expects to eliminate 2,000 positions, targeting a 10% budget reduction spanning three years. These changes begin as former Google executive Matt Brittin gets ready to become director-general next month.

By BriefTea Editorial · 15 April 2026 at 17:11

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