BBC is more than the sum of its parts

 

Thursday, Mar 26,2009, 2:10:58 PM   Click:

Herald Express (Torquay UK)
Published: Monday, March 23, 2009
Why do so many fail to see that the BBC is much more than a collection of radio and television? It entertains, informs, contributing to the thinking and intelligent discussion, is for minority interests, attempts to advance the cultural perspective of the nation, is a vast repertoire of 20th century history and not least, the world with an excellent service for new and reliable.

Supporters advertising financed by the chains must not forget that they are free to those who did not purchase a set of programs, such as Sky, and never buy anything they advertise.

Yes, Sir, I agree, Jonathan Ross is not worth 19p, but his income is the result of supply and demand caused by competition for advertising. In addition, I did not say "the best programs on other channels." I said, "many of the best programs on other channels BBC original, there is a difference.

Must dash, the BBC, Question Time is about to begin ... without auto insurance and toothpaste interruptions.

STUART PARSONS

Leighton Road, Paignton

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