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By Sophia Thomas • Updated Oct 20, 2026 at 18:10

BBC announces details of cuts in bid to save £500m - Sky News — The BBC is closing BBC Three, BBC Scotland, and Radio 4 Extra

The BBC is closing BBC Three, BBC Scotland, and Radio 4 Extra as part of a £500m cost-cutting plan. BBC Three and BBC Scotland TV channels will shut down next year. The BBC also announced plans to cut 100 roles. The closures and job cuts are part of the BBC's efforts to save £500m.

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