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John Boothman to leave as BBC Scotland head of news | John Boothman to leave as BBC Scotland head of news |
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John Boothman is to leave his position as BBC Scotland's head of news and current affairs to work on the corporation's Charter renewal bid. | John Boothman is to leave his position as BBC Scotland's head of news and current affairs to work on the corporation's Charter renewal bid. |
Confirmation of his departure was made in an email to staff on Tuesday. | Confirmation of his departure was made in an email to staff on Tuesday. |
The 57-year-old, who has headed news operations since June 2011, will be replaced by interim head Peter MacRae. | |
Mr Boothman has been with the BBC for 30 years and recently oversaw general election and Scottish independence referendum coverage. | |
In an email to staff, BBC Scotland Director Ken McQuarrie said: "We are now entering the most important period of work ahead of the forthcoming Charter Review discussions as we shape our plans for the future of BBC Scotland. | In an email to staff, BBC Scotland Director Ken McQuarrie said: "We are now entering the most important period of work ahead of the forthcoming Charter Review discussions as we shape our plans for the future of BBC Scotland. |
"I am writing to let you know that John Boothman, Head of News and Current Affairs will be joining the team working on Scotland's proposals for Charter Review. | "I am writing to let you know that John Boothman, Head of News and Current Affairs will be joining the team working on Scotland's proposals for Charter Review. |
"Working to Bruce Malcolm, he will play a key role focusing on service development for Scotland including our news offer for audiences for the new Charter period. | "Working to Bruce Malcolm, he will play a key role focusing on service development for Scotland including our news offer for audiences for the new Charter period. |
"Pete MacRae will take on the role of Head of News and Current Affairs on an interim basis until a permanent appointment is made." | "Pete MacRae will take on the role of Head of News and Current Affairs on an interim basis until a permanent appointment is made." |
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