What was the main reason for Alasdair Milne's departure from the BBC?
Retirement
Pressure from Thatcher government
Resignation due to health
Creative differences
Answer
Alasdair Milne was forced to leave his position as Director-General of the BBC due to pressure from the Thatcher government. This led to the appointment of John Birt as Deputy Director-General, who later succeeded Milne as Director-General.
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