Is being axed. Top brass apparently met yesterday.
Any thoughts? It's best known for its dumber programming but it turned some well-regarded shows - Being Human, Little Britain, Gavin and Stacey, Uncle, Ideal.
Whatever you think about the brand, cutting BBC Three's £100m-odd programming budget has a big impact on the money the Beeb has to spend on developing new comedy and drama. And failing to invest in the young audience is potentially increasing the risk to the Corporation's long-term future.
Any thoughts? It's best known for its dumber programming but it turned some well-regarded shows - Being Human, Little Britain, Gavin and Stacey, Uncle, Ideal.
Whatever you think about the brand, cutting BBC Three's £100m-odd programming budget has a big impact on the money the Beeb has to spend on developing new comedy and drama. And failing to invest in the young audience is potentially increasing the risk to the Corporation's long-term future.
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