'Fight for our journalism': Outgoing BBC boss tells staff after resignation

Tim Davie told BBC employees he was 'fiercely proud' of its work, and warned against what he called the 'weaponisation' of the organisation

Tuesday 11 November 2025 12:10, UK

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