Wednesday 6 July 2022 11:03 AM BBC plans shake up of Antiques Roadshow as it seeks new production company trends now
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The BBC is planning a shake-up of Antiques Roadshow and says it is 'open to suggestions' on refreshing the production team - as it warns producers to be mindful of 'reputational risk' when discussing the British Empire.
Bosses are appointing a new production company to oversee the show - presented by Fiona Bruce - for the first time in 43 years.
Despite saying there was a 'commitment to the main series talent', the corporation said it was 'open to suggestions' on refreshing its wider roster to ensure the 'team continues to evolve in a way that reflects the breadth and diversity of the BBC audience'.
A document put together for potential producers as part of a wider tender process to make the show in future said the programme is under a 'great deal of public scrutiny' and should therefore be careful when dealing with 'sensitive areas'.
The BBC is expected to keep Fiona Bruce as host, but said it was 'open to suggestions' on refreshing its wider roster to ensure the 'team continues to evolve in a way that reflects the
