Former Google executive announced as BBC director-general with €653k salaryBy Kerri-Ann Roper, PA Entertainment EditorFormer Google boss Matt Brittin is to replace Tim Davie as the director-general of the BBC, it has been announced. I’m honoured and excited to be asked to serve as Director-General. The BBC needs the pace and energy to be both where stories are, and where audiences are. He will also be appointing a Deputy Director-General, the BBC said. He will start the role on May 18th and his salary will be €653,000 (£565,000).

Source: Irish Independent March 26, 2026 02:23 UTC