Breaking News: BBC Chair Samir Shah Faces Imminent Ouster Amid Resignation Crisis
BBC Chair Samir Shah is on the brink of being ousted after the sudden resignation of Shumeet Banerji, a member of the BBC board. Banerji stepped down three days before other board members are due to face a committee of MPs.
Banerji's resignation is seen as a direct criticism of Shah's leadership, with sources suggesting he was unhappy with Shah's handling of allegations of systemic bias at BBC News. This comes after the BBC lost its director general and CEO of news nearly two weeks ago.
The BBC board consists of four political appointees, including Shah, who have been accused of promoting a liberal groupthink agenda. Banerji's resignation is the latest blow to the corporation, which is already reeling from recent high-profile departures.
The BBC is expected to face further scrutiny in the coming days, with board members due to appear before a committee of MPs on December 31. Shah's position is now under intense pressure, with his future at the helm of the BBC hanging in the balance.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
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