|  |  |  | There is a lot of support for a move out of London, becoming less London-centric and getting closer to our diverse audiences. Below is a chart outlining the key responses: |
Key themes We need to ensure we don’t replace London-centric with Manchester-centric If the reason for moving is to be closer to our audience, why Manchester when there are better alternatives including mobile satellites We can take learnings from the new Hull centre Is this about content or politics?
Quotes from participants
“London doesn’t seem to trust anyone outside of London”
“The real problem is the lack of visibility of regions and regional issues on screen. This won’t be resolved by moving staff from the South East to the North West”
“Connecting with audiences is a mindset not just a location”
“How will moving 1000 people to Manchester change the mindset of those left in London?”
“Idea: ‘Feudal News’ – principle that news reporting is taken right into the communities using new technologies at district (even street) level”Find out more on what was said about the BBC of the future: And you can also e-mail shapeourfuture@bbc.co.uk to ask a question or request more information. |
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