The $30 million gamble on Ian Katz

The BBC's reported selection of Ian Katz as the new head of news has ignited a firestorm of controversy, with insiders warning that the appointment will fuel accusations of left-wing bias.

Katz,a former Guardian deputy editor and Channel 4 content chief, has a record of award-winning coverage, including Newsnight's coverage of the Grenfell Tower fire and the Kids Company charity scandal.

However,his critics argue that his appointment is a 'big Leftie' and a 'champagne socialist' who will bring a perceived liberal bias to the BBC.

The decision comes as the BBC faces fresh allegations of anti-Israel bias, including claims of anti-Israel sentiment over a Gaza documentary narrated by the son of a Hamas official.

What's behind the BBC's bias row?

The BBC's bias row is the latest in a series of controversies surrounding the public broadcaster's impartiality.

The appointment of Ian Katz has sparked anger among BBC insiders, who fear it will reinforce accusations of political bias against the public broadcaster.

The BBC has faced criticism over its handling of sensitive topics, including its coverage of the Grenfell Tower fire and its handling of sexual assault allegations on the reality show Married at First Sight UK.

The controversy has also raised questions about the BBC's commitment to impartiality and its ability to deliver unbiased news coverage .

Who is Ian Katz?

Ian Katz is a forer Guardian deputy editor and Channel 4 content chief who has been credited with winning awards for Newsnight's coverage of the Grenfell Tower fire and the Kids Company charity scandal.

However, his critics argue that his appointment is a 'big Leftie' and a 'champagne socialist' who will bring a perceived liberal bias to the BBC.

Katz has also faced recent criticism over Channel 4's handling of sexual assault allegations on the reality show Married at First Sight UK.

What's next for the BBC?

The BBC's bias row has sparked a wider debate about the public broadcaster's impartiality and its ability to deliver unbiased news coverage.

The controversy has also raised questions about the BBC's commitment to impartiality and its ability to deliver unbiased news coverage.

The BBC's new director-general, Matt Brittin, has also interviewed Kamal Ahmed, a former BBC editorial director and economics editor, for the role.

Who is the unnamed buyer?

The BBC's decision to appoint Ian Katz as the new head of news has sparked anger among BBC insiders, who fear it will reinforce accusations of political bias against the public broadcaster.

The source added that it smacks of cronyism and makes the corporation an easy target.

The controversy has also raised questions about the BBC's commitment to impartiality and its ability to deliver unbiased news coverage.