Mr Davie had been under pressure to quit after a 19-page memo revealed that a speech by Donald Trump, which made him appear to encourage the Capitol riot, was doctored.

It also revealed anti-Israel bias at the broadcaster as well as claims gender-critical issues had been downplayed.

Deborah Turness, the broadcaster’s CEO of News, has also resigned.

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In a message to staff yesterday afternoon, Mr Davie said he had decided to leave the BBC after 20 years.

“This is entirely my decision, and I remain very thankful to the Chair and Board for their unswerving and unanimous support throughout my entire tenure, including during recent days,” he said. “I am working through exact timings with the Board to allow for an orderly transition to a succ

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