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Chris Mason
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Political Editor, BBC
Beats
Investigative Health, Immigration, Breaking News, Criminal Justice , Labor
Non-local news.
Content
By Chris Mason Verified| BBC News Verified Chris Mason: As British Steel law rushed through Parliament, officials waited in hotelPA MediaThe prime minister met steelworkers in Lincolnshire shortly after the hearing in House of CommonsThere was a moment where all they could do was wait. Government officials were holed up in a Premier Inn down the road from British Steel's steelworks in Scunthorpe and parliament's work to change the law to allow them to take control of the Chinese-owned company was complete. But they couldn't move yet.
By Chris Mason Verified| BBC News Verified Union boss urges Labour MPs to vote against benefit cutsFBUSteve Wright is the new general secretary of the Fire Brigades UnionThe leader of the Fire Brigades Union is calling on Labour MPs to vote against the government's proposed cuts to benefits. Steve Wright has become the first general secretary of a trade union affiliated to the Labour Party to explicitly tell Sir Keir Starmer's MPs to rebel against his plans.
By Chris Mason Verified| BBC News Verified Government considers nationalising British Steel Hannah MillerGetty ImagesThe government is considering nationalising British Steel as fears grow among ministers that the company's blast furnaces in Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire could run out of raw materials within days. The chancellor has sought to reassure workers at the plant that the government would consider nationalisation if necessary.
Company Info
BBC
BBC News is the news division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), established in 1922. It is the largest broadcast news organization in the world, employing around 5,500 journalists and 7,000 staff globally. The organization produces over 120 hours of content daily across radio, television, and digital platforms, with its headquarters located in London and 50 international bureaus staffed by more than 250 foreign correspondents. BBC News provides comprehensive news coverage through its TV channel, regional programs, and specialized services. It delivers news via BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and local stations, while its digital platforms offer live updates and multimedia content. The division produces flagship news programs, in-depth documentaries, and podcasts, catering to both UK residents and international audiences. Funded primarily by the UK television license fee, BBC News focuses on delivering impartial news without subscription fees for its core services.
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Founded: 1922