BBC Appoints Rebecca Keating as New Editor of Radio 4's Today Programme
Rebecca Keating has been appointed as the new editor of BBC Radio 4's Today programme, a flagship news show. Keating, who has been with the BBC for nearly two decades, is currently the assistant editor on several Radio 4 programs, including The World at One and PM. She has also held senior roles on BBC One's news programs. Keating expressed her excitement about leading the Today programme, emphasizing its role in holding power to account and facilitating important societal debates. She replaces Owenna Griffiths, who served as editor for over five years. The Today programme remains a key part of the BBC's radio offerings, with a significant listener base.