The director general of the BBC has resigned following criticism over the corporation's handling of a leaked report that accused its coverage of bias, particularly in a Panorama special on Donald Trump and other sensitive topics. Dame Caroline Dinenage, chair of parliament's culture committee, described the resignation as 'regrettable' but necessary to restore trust in the BBC. She criticized the broadcaster for reacting too slowly to concerns raised by independent adviser Michael Prescott, whose report highlighted issues with impartiality and editorial standards. The situation is expected to influence upcoming decisions about the BBC's Royal Charter, which determines its mission and funding, as the government reviews the broadcaster's future direction. BBC leadership has defended its journalists and denied institutional bias, while acknowledging mistakes have been made.