Nick Ferrari - The Whole Show Freemasons threaten to sue the Met
Dec 17, 2025
Michael Shanks, Labour MP and Energy Minister, discusses a £120m funding package to safeguard Grangemouth jobs, emphasizing the importance of industrial strategy. Dr. Stephanie Cook, a GP specializing in women's health, shares insights on the alarming rise in caesarean births in England, touching on factors like maternal age and obesity. The ongoing controversy surrounding the Met Police's request for officers to declare their Freemason membership takes center stage, with Freemasons threatening legal action over claims of discrimination.
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BBC Funding Under Structural Pressure
- The BBC Charter review seeks new funding options because two million licence payers left in five years.
- Proposals include advertising, paywalls for premium shows, and free licences for people on benefits or students.
How BBC Funding Changes Will Proceed
- Adam Sherwin said the consultation runs 12 weeks then moves to negotiation and a white paper before Parliament.
- He warned no changes can be implemented before the 2028 charter expiry.
Scale As Survival Strategy For Broadcasters
- Danny Cohen proposed merging the BBC with Channel 4 to gain scale against global tech platforms.
- He argued consolidation could better reach younger audiences and survive streaming giants.