With its charter set to expire in 2027, the BBC is using this year and next to examine its relationship with audiences across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. BBC account holders have begun receiving questionnaires to complete online to let the broadcaster know how they see its future. Tim Davie, BBC director general, said that the questionnaire, which takes about 10 minutes to complete, is the first of the BBC's two-part research process, to include later audience polling, and the results will contribute towards the BBC's Charter Review process.
The BBC says in its written introduction to the questionnaire: [quote] “The BBC belongs to all of us. That’s why it matters that we understand what you want the BBC to offer you and your family, and the UK overall." [endquote]
It is planned to publish the findings from the questionnaire later this year.