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BBC Director General Matt Brittin addresses staff concerns over job cuts and iPlayer plans

In an all‑staff meeting, BBC Director General Matt Brittin responded to accusations that recent job cuts target frontline employees while senior staff are spared. He acknowledged that the corporation will become smaller…

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