BBC merges education and social affairs editor roles in £5.5m cost-cutting drive

The BBC is eliminating its dedicated education editor and social affairs editor roles, merging them into one position as part of a cost-cutting plan that will cut 100 jobs and save £5.5m. Unions and campaigners warn this will reduce scrutiny of key policy areas. The move reflects ongoing financial pressure on public service media, but its direct market impact is limited.

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