Tim Davie stepping down as director-general of the BBC comes after several controversies faced by the broadcaster in recent years.

His resignation came at the same time as that of BBC News chief executive Deborah Turness , at the end of a week in which concerns about impartiality were raised over how a speech by US President Donald Trump was edited in an episode of Panorama.

"While not being the only reason, the current debate around BBC News has understandably contributed to my decision," Mr Davie wrote in a note sent to staff.

"Overall, the BBC is delivering well, but there have been some mistakes made and as director-general I have to take ultimate responsibility."

Mr Davie has been in the role for five years and at the BBC for 20 in total, having previously worked as director o

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