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BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) is public sector television and radio broadcaster in the United Kingdom. It is the leading broadcaster in the United Kingdom and is regarded as one of the leading broadcasters in the world. In terms of audience figures, it is the largest broadcaster in the world. It was founded in London in 1927.
The BBC operates seven national television channels in the UK and seven national radio networks, as well as the BBC World Service radio network. Outside the UK the BBC operates BBC World TV, BBC America TV, BBC Canada TV and BBC Prime TV.
The BBC is entirely owned by the UK government, however under its charter it operates entirely independently of government control. The BBC produces many well known television programs, including Are you being served? and Doctor Who.