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How is the BBC funded?
The BBC is primarily funded by the licence fee, which is a legal requirement for anyone in the UK watching or recording live TV, or using iPlayer. This independent funding model aims to protect the BBC from political influence, allowing it to make editorial decisions without government interference. The closures are part of the BBC's plan to save £500m.
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