§ Keith VazTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport when she last met the acting Director General of the BBC; and what was discussed. [166093]
§ Tessa JowellI met Mark Byford, the acting Director General of the BBC, on 4 February. This was an informal meeting and we discussed a range of topical issues relating to the BBC.
§ Paul FlynnTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what discussions she has had with the BBC on future funding of the Corporation. [166140]
§ Tessa JowellThe arrangements for future funding of the BBC will be considered as part of the Charter review process. I have had several meetings with the BBC to discuss the review process but have not specifically discussed funding with the Corporation.