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flag The UK grants the BBC a permanent charter to ensure independence and stability amid political and public trust challenges.

flag UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has announced the BBC will receive a permanent royal charter, ending the 10-year renewal cycle that previously posed an existential risk. flag She called the old system outdated and vulnerable to political interference, comparing the BBC’s role to that of the NHS and Bank of England. flag The move aims to ensure long-term stability amid rising polarization and threats to public trust. flag The government will shift oversight from politicians to the public, enhancing transparency in licence fee use and strengthening internal accountability. flag The current charter expires in December 2027, making this the final renewal before the permanent change takes effect.

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