Rupert Murdoch (ink). Image: Flickr/ Joy Garnett
In a time of questionable electoral legitimacy and fracturing nationhood the Tories need a strong BBC now more than ever. As research shows it is an institution that promotes their core values of nationalism, euroscepticism, and support for big business.
So why weaken the corporation at a time when they need support for these ideas the most? An answer could very well be something to do with Murdoch’s rant to his staff in the run up to 7 May. As the Independent reported: “Rupert made it very clear he was unhappy with The Sun’s coverage of the election. He basically said the future of the company was at stake and they need to get their act together.”
