BBC Taps Rhodri Talfan Davies as Interim Director-General

Rhodri Talfan Davies, currently director of nations at the BBC, is set to act as interim director-general of the public broadcaster after Tim Davie’s exit on April 2 until a new permanent director-general starts.

To enable a smooth transition, Davies will join the BBC board beginning February 1 as an executive director, a position he will continue to hold when he takes over as interim director-general on April 3.

In addition, Rhuanedd Richards will continue as interim nations director through this period.

“There will be a time to celebrate Tim and thank him for his extraordinary contribution to the BBC nearer his departure date,” said Samir Shah, chair of the BBC, in a note to staff. “Until then, Tim continues to lead the corporation through this critical period as we prepare our response to the government’s consultation on its Green Paper on the future of the BBC Charter.”

“He is an outstanding leader who brings deep editorial experience and a passionate commitment to the power of public-service broadcasting to reach and represent audiences across all parts of the U.K.,” Shah added. “I know you will give him your support.”