BBC makes sweeping changes to support life in COVID lockdown
The BBC has today announced a sweeping range of changes to its services designed to support, educate and inform the nation during this time of coronavirus lockdown. The changes will touch all aspects of the BBC’s services, covering TV, radio, iPlayer and BBC Sounds, wanting to ensure that there’s something for everyone, especially those who might be isolated in these troubling times. “We … will do everything from using our airwaves for exercise classes for older people, religious services, recipes and advice on food for older people and low-income families, and should schools close, education programming for different age groups,” said Tony Hall director-general of the BBC....