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Is there a problem with BBC website today?
Bbc.co.uk is UP and reachable by us.
Why does BBC website keep asking about cookies?
If you’re being asked to sign in to your BBC account each time you use the BBC Sounds website or BBC Sounds app, it’s most likely because cookies are switched off on your browser or device.
Why does BBC website have adverts?
The BBC puts advertising on its website for users outside the UK. We use the income to help fund BBC services and keep the licence fee (paid by UK households) lower than it otherwise would be.
How do I find old BBC News articles?
We have preserved in a huge archive all the news we have published since our site opened in November 1997. There are two ways of accessing the archive: Fast search – using the SEARCH box on the top right hand corner of our news pages.
Why has my BBC homepage changed?
The BBC has two different versions of its website: one for UK audiences and one for international audiences. We’re changing this so we can focus on delivering world class online services to everyone.
How can I change my BBC cookie settings?
Please check your cookie settings below and turn on any cookies you’re happy with. “Strictly necessary” cookies are on by default but can be turned off in your browser settings. Functional and Performance cookies can be turned on or off below and your preferences are automatically saved.
Does BBC use cookies?
Strictly necessary cookies These cookies let you use all the different parts of the BBC website. Without them, services that you’ve asked for can’t be provided. Also, as a public service, we collect data from you to help us understand how people are using the BBC online, so we can make it better.
Why does BBC have no ads?
The BBC domestic television channels do not broadcast advertisements; they are instead funded by a television licence fee which TV viewers are required to pay annually. This includes viewers who watch real-time streams or catch up services of the BBC’s channels online or via their mobile phone.
Are the BBC allowed to advertise?
2.1 All advertising on BBC commercial services must be legal. It must follow applicable advertising laws and regulations which may differ by territory.
Why is the BBC different?
We have an unusual requirement when it comes to developing BBC websites: they carry advertising internationally (so that UK licence fee payers don’t cover international costs) but not in the UK, and we have to build and design for both these situations simultaneously.
How do I customize my BBC Homepage?
How can I customise my homepage? To add or remove topics such as news, sport and entertainment click the ‘Customise your homepage’ link which appears near the top of your homepage. Tick or untick the topics you’d like to receive or remove.