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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

The independent review into the BBC’s Workplace Culture

29 April 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Proposed by Lisa Nandy Lab Wigan

Culture, Media & Sport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The independent review into BBC workplace culture has been published.
  • The review identifies instances of misconduct in the generally positive work environment.
  • The Minister requests the BBC Director General to implement an action plan with transparent progress updates.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the publication of an independent review into BBC workplace culture, which identifies areas of misconduct despite a generally positive work environment.

Action requested

The Minister requests that the BBC Director General take immediate action to address the findings and implement an action plan with transparency on progress. The Government also calls for CIISA's support from across the sector to improve workplace standards in the creative industries.

Key facts

  • BBC published an independent review by Change Associates into its workplace culture.
  • The report concludes that while the majority of BBC staff enjoy their work, there are issues of misconduct and a culture of silence.
  • The BBC has publicly accepted the findings and recommendations with an action plan.
  • CIISA was established to create safe and inclusive workplaces in the creative industries.
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