David Abraham Speech MacTaggart Lecture (Part 9)

The transcript discusses the need to rethink public service delivery in a digital world, highlighting the role of Channel 4 and the broader digital estate in delivering impactful content like the Paralympics. It emphasizes the importance of engaging diverse audiences, particularly through channels like E4, and the need for new freedoms to experiment. The discussion also covers strengthening the public service broadcasting system to foster UK content creation and economic growth, contrasting it with foreign investments that do not retain profits locally.

Why is it important to change our perspective on public service delivery according to the speaker?

• Because public service delivery is outdated.

• Because Channel 4 is no longer relevant.

• Because the world has become digital.

• Because analog thinking is more efficient.

What is one of the main goals for Channel 4 in the coming year?

• To reduce investment in E4.

• To focus solely on traditional broadcasting.

• To stop producing new dramas.

• To increase investment in E4.

What is a key question addressed in the second section regarding public service broadcasting?

• How to maximize creative potential in the UK.

• How to reduce the number of PSBs.

• How to focus only on American content.

• How to eliminate creative risks.

What is the speaker's view on bringing American productions to the UK?

• It is the best way to support UK jobs.

• It keeps all profits within the UK.

• It is similar to making iPhones in China.

• It is beneficial for the UK's creative economy.

What opportunity does the speaker highlight regarding the next PSP review?

• To focus on foreign investments.

• To update the PSP settlement for a new era.

• To reduce the number of broadcasters.

• To eliminate public ownership of broadcasters.