One of the most popular features of rece BBC. activities is the Introduction of special programmes for the British forces. At first, these programmes were subject to considerable Jeriticism. There was far too much "mothering" Jand a lack of that vigorous type of humour and lontertainment which a virile body of men, fac-jing a big task, would expect. Improvements have been made and the original prejudice is disappearing, Moreover, with the arrival of men from the Dominions there is a dem: for more material of an Empire character. is announced that shortly representatives from.
Dominions may take part in announcing the BBC. programmes for the forces. Within a fortnight of the publication of an advertisement inviting applications for the post of announcer, the BBC. received more than a thousand letters. Tt is hoped that one or more of the Dominion applicants may prove suitable as it is felt that troops from Canada, Australia and lather Dominions would spprecinte hearing, programmes announced in the tones and accents of their own countries, The Corporation has decided not only to augment the existing staff of announcers but to breaden the scope of {heir duties. Future announcements will take three specialized forms: there will be a team jor mews readers, another team for veneral pro-[gramme announcements and a third chiefly con-learned with presenting the Forces' programmes. This involves the introduction of ten new voices in one or other of the categories. These arrangements should meet with general approval. Based fon the results of the test matches, nothing was more pleasing than to listen to the Australians foroadeasting English defeats—and triumphs.
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