Overview

• Samir Shah, a veteran TV executive, has been named as the government's choice for the new BBC chairman, following Richard Sharp's resignation in April.
• Shah, 71, previously held a series of roles at the BBC, including as its head of current affairs, and has worked in TV for more than 40 years.
• Shah's appointment comes at a challenging time for the BBC, which is looking to make £500m of savings in the face of high inflation and a two-year freeze to the cost of a TV licence.
• As chairman of the BBC's board, Shah will be in charge of upholding and protecting the BBC's independence and ensuring the BBC fulfils its mission to inform, educate and entertain.
• He will also lead negotiations with the government over the future of the licence fee.