historical context

• BBC Criticism

  • Often criticized for being too white and middle class
  • 2017 Ofcom report highlighted a lack of diversity on and off screen
  • Young people and ethnic minorities reported to feeling alienated by BBC content
• Diversity Initiative 2021

  • BBC launched a diversity and inclusion plan
  • Focus on overhauling recruitment practices
  • Commissioning content that authentically represents UK diversity
• Diversity Targets (50:20:12)

  • 50% women
  • 20% coloured people
  • 12% disabled people