The BBC wants night-shift staff to finish 30 minutes later or start 30 minutes earlier before company-funded taxis qualify — sparking anger as pay talks continue.
Deadline reports the change is part of the 2027 pay package after unions rejected a 1.5% basic rise; Bectu and the NUJ are fighting the taxi curb. 24-hour news journalists call it unreasonable; critics cite women travelling late and savings of £500m over coming years. A BBC spokesperson said operating costs are under review, staff safety remains paramount, and the rules align with industry practice plus better London public transport. Senior managers claimed more than £13,000 on taxis in April–June 2025 (+6% year on year), before April 2026 travel cost controls.