\n\t\t\t\t\t550 roles will be axed across the News, Nations and Content divisions.\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n
The BBC has today confirmed the first phase of its proposals to make \u00a3500m (A$300m) of savings over the next three years.<\/p>\n
Staff were informed today that 550 roles would be closed across the News, Nations and Content divisions by the start of 2027 \/ 28. These divisions would also be making a reduction in commissioning spend of around \u00a380m (A$150m) by the end of 2027\/28.<\/p>\n
Staff have been told voluntary redundancy will be available, but compulsory redundancies are also expected.<\/p>\n
Proposals announced today:<\/p>\n
BBC Content<\/p>\n
A target to deliver a minimum of \u00a3100m of recurring annual savings by the end of 2027\/28
\nA reduction of around 100 roles by the end of this financial year
\nA review of broadcast TV channels and radio network portfolio as audiences move online
\nA reduction of 100-150 hours of originated programmes across all commissioning genres by the end of 2027\/28
\nIn audio, by the end of 2027\/28 we expect a reduction of around 350-400 hours across stations and genres, while protecting many of our prime daily programmes<\/p>\n
Nations<\/p>\n
A total of \u00a333m of savings by the end of 27\/28, with the expected closure of around 250 posts in this first phase expected to be broken down as follows:<\/p>\n
Savings of \u00a39m in Wales and a reduction in headcount of around 50 roles
\nIn Northern Ireland, \u00a34m of savings and up to 50 roles
\nIn Scotland, over \u00a310m of savings and up to 60 roles
\nIn BBC Local, \u00a39m savings and around 90 roles<\/p>\n
News<\/p>\n