The director general of the BBC is anticipated to address the issue of a “crisis of trust” in UK society during a forthcoming speech. Tim Davie will outline various measures to combat the breakdown of trust in information and institutions, as well as address societal divisions and disconnections. Among the initiatives he plans to introduce are expanding the fact-checking service BBC Verify, increasing efforts to counter disinformation, and enhancing local journalism.
In his address, Mr. Davie is expected to declare, “The BBC is prepared to contribute fully – not to uphold the past, but to help shape the future.” He envisions a future where reliable information strengthens democracy, every child is given a fair opportunity, creativity drives growth and social cohesion, and no one is left behind in the digital age. The speech, which will take place in Salford, will outline Mr. Davie’s vision for the future of the corporation.
As the negotiations with the government regarding the renewal of the BBC’s royal charter, which defines its terms and objectives, intensify, Mr. Davie will argue that the BBC can play a vital role in establishing the UK as a “global leader in trusted information.” He believes the corporation can uphold democracy, enhance education and economic progress, and improve digital accessibility. Mr. Davie will express concern about the current state of society, stating, “The future of our civilised, cohesive, democratic society is, for the first time in my life, at risk.” He highlights the crisis of people feeling disconnected and uninformed in an evolving world.
The BBC aims to leverage artificial intelligence for positive purposes by implementing it in its Bitesize educational service to provide every child with an automated “personal learning companion.” Additionally, Mr. Davie will advocate for a national strategy to transition traditional broadcast transmissions off the airwaves by the 2030s and smoothly shift to delivering programs via the internet only. To cater to those who have not yet transitioned to streaming services, the BBC is considering launching its own device based on the existing Freely online platform. The goal is to offer a simplified, user-friendly interface to provide live TV over broadband and expand access to IP services
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