The BBC has announced current director of nations Rhodri Talfan Davies will take over as interim director-general when Tim Davie leaves the broadcaster on 2nd April.
He will join the BBC Board from 1st February as an executive director, and step up to interim director-general on 3rd April.
In a note to staff, BBC Chair Samir Shah said: “There will be a time to celebrate Tim and thank him for his extraordinary contribution to the BBC nearer his departure date. Until then, Tim continues to lead the corporation through this critical period as we prepare our response to the government’s consultation on its Green Paper on the future of the BBC Charter.”
On Talfan Davies’ appointment, he added: “He is an outstanding leader who brings deep editorial experience and a passionate commitment to the power of public service broadcasting to reach and represent audiences across all parts of the UK. I know you will give him your support.”
Tim Davie resigned on 9th November last year. The BBC said the process to appoint a new director-general is underway.
