Today programme suffers ‘body blow’ as BBC prioritises social and digital content

The BBC is shifting its news correspondent priorities to social media. According to The Guardian, an edict now requires Radio 4's Today programme journalists to prioritize making content for TikTok and Instagram—even as the flagship show maintains five million listeners and has set Britain's news agenda for decades. Insiders describe the move as a body blow to one of broadcasting's most prestigious roles.

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