These separate divisions and companies operate at arm's length from the BBC. They provide commercial services to businesses and consumers, subject to the BBC's Fair Trading Guidelines and Fair Trading Commitment (see Plans, policies & reports). Their profits are returned to the BBC to help fund public services and keep the licence fee lower than it otherwise would be.
BBC Worldwide Limited
BBC Worldwide Ltd realises the commercial value of BBC programmes and services. It sells programmes and footage, runs commercial TV channels and joint ventures worldwide and produces magazines, books, tapes, DVDs, CDs and other merchandise.
BBC Resources
BBC Resources is one of the largest production facilities in the UK offering services which include studios, outside broadcasts, post production, design, costumes and wigs.
BBC Monitoring
BBC Monitoring supplies news, information and comment gathered from mass media around the world.
BBC Research Central
Information, footage, pronunciation, radio and photo research services.
BBC International Unit
Supplies TV facilities to overseas broadcasters transmitting from the UK.
BBC Training & Development
Courses, tailored training and consultancy services to help individuals and companies working in broadcasting and related industries.
beeb.net
Internet access service from the BBC.
bbcshop.com (EU)
bbccanadashop.com
bbcamericashop.com
Internet shopping services from BBC Worldwide Ltd.
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