Sharon White, Ofcom: A keynote speech at the Oxford Media Convention 2017

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The political events of 2016 signal a new chapter in UK history and have opened a range of opportunities and challenges for the media. Experts from government, regulation, academia and civil society came together in this unique event at a crucial time in the unfolding process: joined by a range of international experts to debate the challenges facing the sector at a time of major institutional change.

In this podcast , Ofcom chief executive Sharon White gives a keynote speech at the Oxford Media Convention 2017 on how this year Ofcom takes over regulation of the BBC.

Sharon White, Ofcom: A keynote speech at the Oxford Media Convention 2017

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