Media
Peter Horrocks has been appointed the BBC's new head of television news.
Horrocks, currently the corporation's head of current affairs, will replace Roger Mosey who recently became director of sport.
"I am privileged to be taking on the leadership of the most respected TV news operation in the world," said Horrocks. "At a time of tumultuous global events, the role of the BBC in giving all audiences clarity and understanding is paramount. I look forward to joining my new colleagues in TV news to take on that challenging responsibility."
Horrocks, currently the corporation's head of current affairs, will replace Roger Mosey who recently became director of sport.
"I am privileged to be taking on the leadership of the most respected TV news operation in the world," said Horrocks. "At a time of tumultuous global events, the role of the BBC in giving all audiences clarity and understanding is paramount. I look forward to joining my new colleagues in TV news to take on that challenging responsibility."
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