BBC confirms closure of BBC Three and other broadcast channels

At a glance

The BBC plans to close linear broadcast services including BBC Three, BBC Scotland, and BBC Radio 4 Extra.1 2
The network shutdowns are part of wider cuts intended to save the corporation £500 million.1 2 3

The BBC has confirmed that it will shut down multiple linear broadcast channels, including BBC Three.1 2 3

The closures also affect BBC Scotland and BBC Radio 4 Extra.1 2

The broadcaster is enacting the cuts as part of a strategy to save £500 million.1 2 3

Where sources agree

BBC Three broadcast channel will close3 of 3
The closures are aimed at saving £500 million3 of 3
BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra are also closing2 of 3

Who covered this

2 National1 International

Sources

1VarietyBBC Three Among Linear Services Set to Close as Broadcaster Looks for Savings ↗
2BBC NewsBBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra broadcast channels to close ↗
3DeadlineBBC Three To Be Switched Off For Second Time, As BBC Confirms TV & Radio Network Closures ↗

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