The bosses introduced their departures on Sunday night and the notes they despatched to employees on the company have been revealed.
Learn them each in full beneath, together with the response from the BBC’s chair, Samir Shah.
Tim Davie’s word:
“I wished to let that I’ve determined to go away the BBC after 20 years. That is fully my choice, and I stay very grateful to the chair and board for his or her loyal and unanimous assist all through my total tenure, together with throughout current days.
“I am working through exact timings with the board to allow for an orderly transition to a successor over the coming months.
“I’ve been reflecting on the very intense private {and professional} calls for of managing this position over a few years in these febrile instances, mixed with the truth that I need to give a successor time to assist form the constitution plans they are going to be delivering.
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Tim Davie has resigned as BBC Director-Common. File pic: PA
“In these more and more polarised instances, the BBC is of distinctive worth and speaks to the easiest of us. It helps make the UK a particular place; overwhelmingly type, tolerant and curious. Like all public organisations, the BBC will not be excellent, and we should at all times be open, clear and accountable.
“Our organisation is a critical ingredient of a healthy society, as well as a thriving creative sector. We should champion it, not weaponise it.
“Our transition to a digital organisation has been deeply spectacular, and our thriving business companies are admired globally. Additionally, our work collectively on guaranteeing that we’ve the correct tradition has been essential and motivating. I couldn’t be extra impressed by what you might be reaching.
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“You will ask why now, why this moment?
“I’m BBC by means of and thru, having spent the final 20 years of my life working for this organisation as director of promoting, communications and audiences, director of audio and music, appearing director-general and chief government of BBC Studios.
“I care deeply about it and want it to succeed. That is why I want to create the best conditions and space for a new DG to come in and positively shape the next royal charter. I hope that as we move forward, a sensible, calm and rational public conversation can take place about the next chapter of the BBC.
“This timing permits a brand new DG to assist form the following constitution. I imagine we’re in a robust place to ship development.
“Thank you again, it has been a wonderful ride, which I have loved. I count myself very lucky to have served as DG no.17. I will have a proper chance to see many of you before I go, but I have been incredibly proud to lead the BBC as DG for over five years.
“It’s a valuable UK establishment and you’re a world-class staff. Thanks all for the tireless assist and friendship.
“I will always be a passionate cheerleader for civilised society, a strong BBC and a thriving UK.
“Greatest needs, Tim.”
Deborah Turness sent the following to BBC staff:
“Pricey all,
“I have never been more proud of the work that you do every day. You really are the best of the best.
“I’ve taken the troublesome choice that it’s going to now not be my position to steer you within the collective imaginative and prescient that all of us have: to pursue the reality with no agenda.
“The continued controversy across the Panorama on President Trump has reached a stage the place it’s inflicting harm to the BBC – an establishment that I like.
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Deborah Turness. File pic: PA
“My plea to you: please keep the courage to continue our mission. I’m only sorry that I won’t be there to lead and champion your brilliant journalism.
“It has been an excellent privilege to work with you all.
“I will now work with Tim to plan an orderly handover to ensure that my decision to step away causes the least disruption possible to the important work that you do.
“With easiest needs, Deborah.”
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BBC chair Samir Shah shared separate statements on every exit.
This is his word on Mr Davie’s resignation:
“This is a sad day for the BBC. Tim has been an outstanding director-general for the last five years. He has propelled the BBC forward with determination, single-mindedness and foresight.
“He has had the complete assist of me and the board all through. Nonetheless, I perceive the continued strain on him, personally and professionally, which has led him to take this choice in the present day. The entire Board respects the choice and the explanations for it.
“Tim has given 20 years of his life to the BBC. He’s a faithful and inspirational chief and an absolute believer within the BBC and public service broadcasting. He has achieved an excellent deal. Foremost, beneath his tenure, the transformation of the BBC to satisfy the challenges in a world of unprecedented change and competitors is nicely underway.
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“Personally, I will miss his stamina, good humour and resilience and I will miss working with him. I wish him and his family the very best for the future.
“This is a vital time for the company and the board and I’ll proceed to work with Tim within the interim whereas we conduct the method to nominate his successor.”
And his response on Ms Turness’s exit:
