TV series
The follow-up to 'Twenty Twelve' as Ian Fletcher takes up the position of 'Head of Values' at the BBC. His task is to clarify, define, or re-define the core purpose of the BBC across all its functions and to position it confidently for the future, in particular for Licence Fee Renegotiation and Charter Renewal in 2016 and 2017 respectively.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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The follow-up to 'Twenty Twelve' as Ian Fletcher takes up the position of 'Head of Values' at the BBC. His task is to clarify, define, or re-define the core purpose of the BBC across all its functions and to position it confidently for the future, in particular for Licence Fee Renegotiation and Charter Renewal in 2016 and 2017 respectively.
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Episode 1
It is the year of charter renewal and a critical time for the BBC. The renewal group under head of values Ian Fletcher is tasked with identifying what the BBC does best and finding more ways of doing less of it better.
Directed by John MortonGuest stars Kåre Conradi, Maggie Service, Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer, Ben Batt, Derek Riddell, Will Sharpe, Daniel Ings
Episode 2
Cross-dressing ex-footballer Ryan Chelford's appearance on MOTD did not go well.
Directed by John MortonGuest stars Ben Batt, Derek Riddell, Priyanga Burford, Rose Matafeo, Pooky Quesnel, Emma Sidi
Episode 3
The search for new ways of saving money at the BBC continues - particularly important in the light of charter renewal.
Directed by John MortonGuest stars Lenny Henry, Laurence Howarth, Jeffery Kissoon, Emily Lloyd-Saini, Louise Minchin, Jeremy Paxman, Will Sharpe, Shauna Shim
Episode 4
Following on from an item on BBC Breakfast about plans to close the BBC Big Swing Band, the damage limitation team under Ian Fletcher is under huge pressure to limit the damage.
Directed by John MortonGuest stars Ben Ashenden, Priyanga Burford, Laura Checkley, Chris Cowlin, Professor Brian Cox, Sophie Raworth, Arthur Wilde, Hugh Grant
Episode 5
The renewal group led by head of values Ian Fletcher has to respond to rumours that Strictly Come Dancing presenter Claudia Winkleman is about to leave the BBC for a rival broadcaster.
Directed by John MortonGuest stars Daniel Ings, Raquel Cassidy, Hugh Grant, Dominic Mafham, Claudia Winkleman, Kae Alexander
Episode 6
The official launch of BBC Me is nearing the final furlong.
Directed by John MortonGuest stars Sara Pascoe, Alex Beckett, Joel Fry, Kae Alexander, Tony Hall, Rose Matafeo, Pooky Quesnel, Emma Sidi
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Hugh BonnevilleIan Fletcher
Monica DolanTracey Pritchard
Jessica HynesSiobhan Sharpe
Sarah ParishAnna Rampton
Jason WatkinsSimon Harwood
Hugh SkinnerWill Humphries
David WestheadNeil Reid
Nina SosanyaLucy Freeman
BBC TwoUnited Kingdom
BBCUnited Kingdom
