Newsnight, BBC’s iconic current affairs staple for over 40 years, may be on the chopping block as the corporation slashes £500 million from its budget, with the show potentially axed by next year. Amid a push to prioritize iPlayer and social media engagement, Newsnight’s production has been merged with another program, and staff cuts—including a downsized investigative team—have already hit. While the BBC celebrates its awards and Friday slot, the move underscores a broader shift toward click-driven content, leaving journalists and fans anxious about the future of this journalistic landmark.

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