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The BBC's Public Service Obligations The BBC has FIVE specific public service obligations listed in its new Royal Charter. One those five core responsibilities is the requirement for 'Bringing the UK to the world and the world to the UK'. The Charter specifically states that this obligation must be met across the BBC's output, not just in News and Current Affairs, and specifically mentions documentaries. Thus the BBC has a legal obligation to commission programmes on international subjects. Storyville is the one BBC strand dedicated to this purpose. It is truly international, not just in its content, but in its funding and creative expression. No only has Storyville told stories from 68 different countries around the world, but broadcasters throughout Europe, Asian and North America provide funding for Storyville's films. In fact, it is the only place on the BBC where the priorities and interests of foreign commissioning editors, broadcasters and filmmakers consistently work hand in hand with the BBC. It is international down to its finger tips. We believe the BBC will be violating its legal obligations under its Charter if it destroys Storyville's ability to commission programmes. What is Needed? |
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