Tag: UK broadcasting


  • Musicians blast BBC Scotland’s late-night axe: ‘career- harming’ changes spark backlash

    Musicians blast BBC Scotland’s late-night axe: ‘career- harming’ changes spark backlash

    Overview: Austerity in the air for late-night radio The announcement that BBC Radio Scotland plans to scrap or overhaul several specialist late-night programmes has stirred a strong reaction from musicians and industry figures. Artists ranging from folk to indie rock have voiced concerns that the changes could diminish opportunities for emerging artists, reduce exposure for…

  • Trump Wants Money from the BBC: Can He Win This Global Media Clash?

    Trump Wants Money from the BBC: Can He Win This Global Media Clash?

    Trump vs. the BBC: A Record of Media Tensions Goes Global In a rare clash that stretches beyond American borders, former President Donald Trump has set his sights on Britain’s public broadcaster, the BBC. He claims that a 2024 documentary caused him “overwhelming financial and reputational harm” and has demanded restoration or compensation. The BBC,…

  • Can Trump Win Money from the BBC? A Legal Look at Cross-Border Media Claims

    Can Trump Win Money from the BBC? A Legal Look at Cross-Border Media Claims

    Overview: Trump targets BBC for alleged harm Former U.S. president Donald Trump has taken aim at a major international media institution, arguing that a BBC documentary harmed his finances and reputation. The dispute highlights how media accountability, defamation law, and cross-border litigation intersect in today’s global news environment. But can Trump actually obtain money from…