Oral evidenceSelect & Joint CommitteesTuesday, 23 June 202609:30

Culture, Media and Sport Committee: BBC Royal Charter Review

Committee hears from witnesses

The Culture, Media and Sport Committee will take oral evidence on the BBC Royal Charter Review. The Royal Charter is the constitutional document that governs the BBC's structure, funding, and public purpose. This evidence session is part of Parliament's oversight of how the BBC should operate in the coming decade, covering questions about the licence fee, editorial independence, and the Corporation's role in the digital age.

The BBC Royal Charter shapes how Britain's largest publicly funded broadcaster operates and what it owes audiences. The review determines the licence fee level (currently £159 per year for most households), the BBC's editorial freedom from political pressure, and how it competes with streaming services. The outcome affects every UK household that watches or listens to the BBC, and signals Parliament's priorities for public service broadcasting.

Culture & Community

Committee mentioned:Culture, Media and Sport Committee