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Culture Secretary ‘considered funding BBC through general taxation’

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Lisa Nandy considered paying for BBC through general taxation, it has emerged.

The current agreement between the broadcaster and the Government , known as the Royal Charter , runs until the end of 2027 .

Ms Nandy wants to turn the BBC into a mutual organisation, so that ownership and direct control of it belongs to the public.