BBC wrong to end broadcasting to Russia – ex-World Service boss

Sir John Tusa claims 2011 decision has allowed Kremlin-funded propaganda to grow unchecked in eastern EuropeThe BBC has made significant “strategic errors” that have allowed Russian propaganda to grow unchecked in eastern Europe, according to a former head of the World Service.In a letter to the Guardian, Sir John Tusa said the corporation was wrong to end direct broadcasting to Russia and central Europe amid swingeing cuts in March 2011. Continue reading...