We are deeply concerned about the BBC's failure to air the final episode of David Attenborough's new series on Britain's wildlife, which exposes the urgent environmental crisis we are facing. The decision not to broadcast the episode prioritizes the interests of harmful corporate practices over the broadcaster's obligation to inform the public about the state of our natural world and its causes.

The UK has lost nearly half of its biodiversity since the industrial revolution, with over 41% of all species declining since the 1970s. The government's inaction in the face of this crisis is shameful, and the BBC's failure to address it is equally so. This failure suggests a troubling bias and raises serious questions about the BBC's commitment to its public service mandate.

The messages in the final episode of Wild Isles are based on scientific data  provided by respected wildlife organizations, those facts are not politically biased. The show's coverage of how farming practices have harmed wildlife is a reminder that conservation is not about demonizing farmers, but rather, finding ways to protect the environment and promote sustainable farming practices.

We believe that the public has a right to know about the environmental damage caused by government policies and harmful corporate practices. These practices include the use of pesticides that harm pollinators, deforestation that destroys habitats, and pollution that damages water and air quality.

We demand that the BBC immediately reverse its decision and broadcast the final episode of Wild Isles in prime time. Additionally, we call on the BBC to commit to more comprehensive coverage of environmental issues, including climate change and loss of biodiversity. As a publicly funded broadcaster, the BBC has a duty to inform the public about the urgent environmental crisis we face. If the BBC is unable or unwilling to fulfill this obligation, it raises serious questions about its function as a public broadcaster.

https://www.theguardian.com/media/2023/mar/10/david-attenborough-bbc-wild-isles-episode-rightwing-backlash-fears

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/mar/10/britain-wildlife-crisis-bbc-david-attenborough