Entertainment5 sources
BBC Three, BBC Scotland, and Radio 4 Extra to Close in 2027 for Savings
- BBC Three, BBC Scotland, and BBC Radio 4 Extra will close in spring 2027.
- The closures are part of a cost-cutting measure to save £500m by 2028.
- About 100 jobs will be cut at BBC News as part of the savings plan.
- BBC Three will be switched off for the second time in a decade.
- The closures aim to address financial pressures on the BBC.
Articles (5)
The Guardian·
BBC Three and BBC Scotland TV channels to be shut down next year
Variety·
BBC Three Among Linear Services Set to Close as Broadcaster Looks for Savings
BBC News·
BBC Three, BBC Scotland and Radio 4 Extra broadcast channels to close
Deadline·
BBC Three To Be Switched Off For Second Time, As BBC Confirms TV & Radio Network Closures
Sky News·
BBC announces details of cuts in bid to save £500m