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Navigating Pressures on BBC Independence

This chapter focuses on the challenges faced by the BBC in maintaining its independence amidst governmental pressures and recent controversial decisions, such as a Gaza documentary. It critiques the government's accountability demands while exploring the delicate balance between media integrity and political influence. Additionally, it discusses the implications of leadership choices within the BBC and historical instances of political interference that threaten free speech and democratic values.

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