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Open Allow the creation of global BBC iPlayer for international audiences

Created by Nandu Govindankutty
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We believe we should prioritise commercial growth over cuts. We feel BBC dramas, documentaries and children’s programmes are some of the best and appeal to global audiences. Millions bypass geo-blocks to watch them. We call on the Government to allow a global BBC iPlayer.

The Government is deciding the BBC’s future now. The Charter Review sets the framework to 2038. On iPlayer: millions already use VPNs to access BBC content; charging £5–8/month could unlock major new revenue.

In 2024, it was reported the number of BritBox International (BBC) subscribers grew by 300%, with nearly 4m subscribers. We believe the BBC has strong global appeal in children and nature content.

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