BBC Sport plans to cut 27 jobs, axe Sportsday

The BBC is undergoing a major restructuring of its sports department, resulting in the cancellation of the long-running Sportsday show and the elimination of 27 jobs. This move is part of a broader strategy to shift focus towards digital content and enhance storytelling and live event coverage. Staff have been offered voluntary redundancy, with the possibility of applying for 27 newly created roles. The changes come as the BBC aims to adapt its sports programming to current audience demands, with an emphasis on breaking stories and deeper analysis, particularly in football. Additionally, the shake-up coincides with the transition of Match of the Day's hosting role after Gary Lineker's decision to step down. Critics within the organization express concern that these cuts will diminish the quality of sports news coverage on television.