Rachel Jupp announced as BBC's new director of news after Deborah Turness exit
The BBC has appointed Rachel Jupp as director of news, almost a year after former chief executive Deborah Turness left. Jupp will take over from interim leader Jonathan Munro, who is set to resume his deputy director role.
Jupp previously worked at Channel 4 News, then joined the BBC in 2013 as deputy editor of Newsnight. She later edited Panorama and held other BBC editorial posts, most recently overseeing work on generative AI from the United States.
The appointment comes as the BBC plans substantial reductions in its news division. About 550 job closures have been announced, and further cuts are expected.
The BBC said Jupp’s annual salary will be £400,000. Director general Matt Brittin praised her editorial judgment and standards, while Jupp said she looked forward to working with BBC teams in the UK and internationally.
Jupp’s start date was not specified in the article. The BBC says its news service remains widely used and trusted, but faces significant challenges.
Key points
- Jupp is a former Newsnight deputy editor and Panorama editor.
- About 550 BBC News job closures have been announced, with more expected.
- Jupp’s stated annual salary is £400,000.