BBC proposes to close central regional investigations unit

BBC proposes to close central regional investigations unit

The BBC is proposing to close a unit dedicated to investigative journalism in the English regions less than four years after it was set up. The proposal is part of new cuts to BBC Local that have put 14 jobs at risk, although several roles are also being created. An internal email, sent to staff on Monday and seen by Press Gazette, said cost savings are needed because of “inflationary pressures along with a squeeze on our income”. Eight roles ar…

An internal email indicates the BBC plans to shut down its central regional investigations unit, launched in 2022, as part of new cuts to BBC Local

Kevin Stanley / Press Gazette: An internal email indicates the BBC plans to shut down its central regional investigations unit, launched in 2022, as part of new cuts to BBC Local  —  Eight jobs at risk with closure of Central Longform Investigations Team.  —  The BBC is proposing to close a unit dedicated …