While another editor said: “People seem to be in two camps. Either they think it’s a smart way to evolve or it’s a terrible idea which will kill off the channel.”
BBC News Digital Director Naja Nielsen said: “Our aim is to create the best live and breaking video news service in the world - on our web pages, our apps, on BBC iPlayer and on our new TV news channel. “As the world’s most trusted source of news, with a huge depth and breadth of expertise, the BBC is uniquely placed to offer audiences the best analysis and explanation as these stories are unfolding.
They work for the government now.