Veteran TV Executive Samir Shah Named New BBC Chairman

Shah's Appointment Comes Amid BBC's Financial Challenges and Need for Upholding Independence

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.