The Richmond Society is set to host a debate tonight (Wednesday, 18 February) on "whether it's all over for public service broadcasting", with key media figures forming the panel.

The discussion will explore questions including how UK-based broadcasters compare to streaming giants such as Netflix, Amazon and Disney, and how to protect accurate and impartial news.

Richmond Society trustee and former BBC Head of News and Sport, Roger Mosey, said: "We could wake up in a few years' time and find the BBC has disappeared.

"Consent for the licence fee is decreasing; competition is ever more intense; and there are potentially hostile governments waiting in the wings.

"At this event, we will welcome local people whether they love or loathe the BBC. The main thing is that we discuss public service broadcasting and try to take a conscious decision about its future."

The panel will feature Media Executive and former BBC Chief Creative Officer Pat Young; LBC presenter and journalist Shelagh Fogarty; former BBC One controller Peter Salmon; and Financial Times media editor Ben Fenton.

All panel members will take questions from the audience with the discussion being chaired by Mr Mosey.

The event begins at 7.30pm at Duke Street Church. It is free for Richmond Society members and £7 for non-members.

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