BBC Local in England and the BBC’s services across the nations will remain under Rhuanedd Richards following her permanent appointment.
Rhuanedd has been confirmed as Director, BBC Nations with immediate effect, having previously held the position on an interim basis.
She will oversee the BBC’s operations in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, alongside its local services in England.
The appointment also gives Rhuanedd a permanent place on the BBC Executive Committee.
Her responsibilities include overseeing the BBC’s work to serve audiences in communities across the UK and ensuring that its services reflect different regional identities and experiences.
BBC Director General Matt Brittin said: “She has a clear vision for how BBC Nations must evolve to stay relevant, strengthen distinctive services and build strong partnerships across the organisation and beyond.”
Matt said that during the past six months, Rhuanedd had overseen progress on increasing investment in content reflecting communities across the UK, alongside growth in online audiences.
Rhuanedd has previously held several senior editorial and leadership positions at the BBC, working on the corporation’s approach to serving audiences across its nations and regions.
Speaking about her appointment, Rhuanedd said: “Our journalism and storytelling are rooted in the communities we serve and I’m immensely proud of that work and of the talented teams who deliver it every day.”
She added that she wanted BBC Nations to develop closer relationships with audiences and support creative talent in communities throughout the UK.
