Overview
As trust in news fragments and public service media face unprecedented scrutiny, the BBC enters a defining moment.
The future of the BBC
Tuesday 3rd February 2026
6:30-7:30pm
RSA House and online via YouTube
From debates over impartiality and political pressure to digital consumption habits and culture-war narratives, this Great Room discussion brings together leading voices to examine what a renewed, resilient BBC could become.
Speakers:
- Alan Rusbridger, Journalist and Editor, Prospect Magazine
- Manveen Rana, Journalist and Podcast Host, The Times
Chair:
- Nina Nannar, Arts Editor, ITV News
Image credit: Getty Images George Clerk
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