Committees

Appointment of Richard Sharp as Chair of the BBC

Inquiry

The DCMS Committee questioned BBC Chair Richard Sharp on 7 February 2023, following media reports about his appointment.

Mr Sharp had originally appeared before the Committee in January 2021 for a pre-appointment hearing in which he faced questions about his political independence and suitability for the role. The Committee subsequently approved his appointment.

Reports, special reports and government responses

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Eighth Report - Appointment of Richard Sharp as Chair of the BBC
Inquiry Appointment of Richard Sharp as Chair of the BBC
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HC 1147
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Response to this report
Tenth Special Report - Appointment of Richard Sharp as Chair of the BBC: Government Response to the Committee’s Eighth Report
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HC 1641
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Tenth Special Report - Appointment of Richard Sharp as Chair of the BBC: Government Response to the Committee’s Eighth Report
Inquiry Appointment of Richard Sharp as Chair of the BBC
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HC 1641
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