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Shifting content spend toward the iPlayer and axing the CBBC and BBC Four linear channels are among the plans set out in the BBC's blueprint for a digital-first future.

The BBC has unveiled plans for what it is calling its "biggest transformation in decades" as it shifts program spending and much of BBC News across the U.K., outside of London.

Delivering his introductory address as the new director-general of the BBC, Tim Davie laid out his priorities for the public broadcaster, declaring "there is no room for complacency" as the organization faces a challenging future.

BBC Studios appointed CFO Tom Fussell to act as interim CEO from September 1, when current CEO Tim Davie becomes BBC director-general.

Tim Davie, currently CEO of BBC Studios, has been appointed as the 17th director-general of the BBC, taking over the role from Tony Hall on September 1.

In the first full financial year since the merger with BBC Worldwide, BBC Studios has delivered record returns of £243 million ($307 million) to the BBC, up from £210 million ($265 million) the previous year.

CEO Tim Davie highlights BBC Worldwide’s key accomplishments in the last year and sees potential for growth in several areas. WS: What has been some of BBCWW’s best-selling content? DAVIE: Core brands like Dancing with the Stars and Doctor Who have continued to go from strength to strength. In the ...