Samir Shah, the newly-appointed BBC chairman, advocates for the hiring of more northern working-class journalists to enhance the diversity of thought within the organization. While he acknowledges the BBC's progress in ethnic diversity, Shah believes that a broader range of perspectives, particularly from underrepresented communities, is necessary to ensure balanced news reporting. He cites concerns about the mainstream depiction of migrants, suggesting that the media's handling of such topics often lacks consideration for local sentiments. This highlights a need for journalists who understand the socioeconomic dynamics of the areas affected.
The newly-appointed chairman of the BBC, Samir Shah, emphasizes the need for more northern working-class voices in journalism to diversify perspectives.
He argues the BBC has successfully improved ethnic diversity but needs to address diversity of thought, particularly regarding reporting on sensitive topics like migration.
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