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Require Dr Shah to appear before Committee within three months if appointed.
Conclusion
If the Government chooses to proceed with the appointment of Dr Shah as Chair of the BBC Board, we expect him to appear before the Committee within the first three months of appointment to demonstrate that he has sufficiently considered and addressed our concerns. Work of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Government Response Summary
The government acknowledges the Committee's report and expresses confidence in Dr. Shah's ability to support the BBC.
Government Response
Acknowledged
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
I was pleased that the Committee agreed that Dr Shah is appointable for the role of Chair of the BBC, and I can confirm his appointment will now be put to the next meeting of the Privy Council for His Majesty The King’s final approval. I note the points made in the Committee’s Report. The Committee noted Dr Shah’s considerable broadcasting expertise, board-level experience and awareness of the current and upcoming challenges facing broadcast media and the BBC. I am confident that Dr Shah will provide the support and scrutiny that the BBC needs - in which your Committee plays such a vital role - to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future.
Source
Committee
Culture, Media and Sport Committee
Report
Third Report - Pre-appointment hearing for Chair of the BBC Board
15 Dec 2023
HC 383
Addressee Bodies
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Timeline
Recommendation age
2.5 yrs
Report published
15 Dec 2023