Mindemic (2022)

It is the year of charter renewal and a critical time for the BBC. The renewal group under head of values Ian Fletcher is tasked with identifying what the BBC does best and finding more ways of doing less of it better.

Cross-dressing ex-footballer Ryan Chelford's appearance on MOTD did not go well.

The search for new ways of saving money at the BBC continues - particularly important in the light of charter renewal.

Following on from an item on BBC Breakfast about plans to close the BBC Big Swing Band, the damage limitation team under Ian Fletcher is under huge pressure to limit the damage.

The renewal group led by head of values Ian Fletcher has to respond to rumours that Strictly Come Dancing presenter Claudia Winkleman is about to leave the BBC for a rival broadcaster.

The official launch of BBC Me is nearing the final furlong.