The BBC has confirmed it has been forced to change its schedule for Monday night due to coverage of the World Cup, which is currently being co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. In the UK, ITV and the BBC hold the broadcast rights for the tournament, which continues with a busy day of group stage fixtures.
Schedule Change Details
The announcement comes on the same day that Sir Keir Starmer announced his resignation as Prime Minister. The BBC stated: “The News at Six and Ten has been rescheduled today because of the World Cup. We’ll have live coverage on BBC One all afternoon with the latest on the PM’s resignation, plus BBC News Specials at 16:30–17:30 and 20:30–21:30, presented by Sophie Raworth from Downing Street.”
Viewer Reaction
Angry viewers have hit out at the schedule change, with many expressing frustration on social media. The BBC and ITV have been broadcasting World Cup matches throughout the summer, and the rescheduling of news programmes has sparked criticism from those who prefer to stay updated on current affairs.
World Cup Coverage
Monday night features another round of group stage fixtures, with matches taking place throughout the evening. The BBC's decision to prioritise live football over regular news programming reflects the high demand for World Cup content among UK audiences.
