TV industry context-BBC

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1) What is the BBC's mission statement?
the BBC's mission is set out in the Charter. The broadcaster is to “act in the public interest, serving all audiences through the provision of impartial, high-quality and distinctive output and services which inform, educate and entertain”.

2) How is the BBC funded?
The BBC funded by The Money raised for license fee  pays for BBC shows and services - including TV, radio, the BBC website, podcasts, iPlayer and apps.

3) What must the BBC do to meet its public service broadcasting responsibilities? (Look at the five bullet points in the notes above).
The BBC to meet its public service broadcast responsibilities is  to provide duly accurate and impartial news, current affairs and factual programming to build peoples understanding of all parts of the United Kingdom and of the wider world.

4) Who is the regulator for TV and Radio in the UK? You can find details on this in the notes above.
The regulator for TV and Radio in the UK is Ofcom  is the regulator and competition authority for the UK communications industries.

5) How is TV and Radio regulated by Ofcom? 
TV and Radio regulated by OFCOM is required to draft a broadcasting code for television and radio, covering fairness and privacy. 

6) How do Doctor Who and His Dark Materials help the BBC to meet the BBC's remit to inform, educate and entertain? Answer this question in at least 150 words.
Doctor Who and His Dark Materials help the BBC to meet the BBC`s remit to inform, educate and entertain by involving science fiction which has different dimensions, powers and knowledge that people who are interested in Science may enjoy. It also entertains audience as there is a lot of fantasy and magic involved to make the audience feel more interested and can make them more imaginative.

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