I am appalled at the Government's intention to privatise Channel 4.

Channel 4 is responsible for some of the very best programming on UK TV. Channel 4 News is one of the most trusted news programmes at a time when disinformation is rife.

There are very few places where we can trust in the integrity of those producing news and content. There are very few places we can trust in the honest intention to serve diverse communities. The mono culture that is sure to be the result of such a move would be seriously undermining of the health and creativity of UK TV programming.

To privatise Channel 4 would seriously undermine programming aimed at all the communities, across generations, that make up this country.

The government has no right to move ahead with a plan that is not in the interest of the viewing public.

I hope we can all come together to protect the independence of this beloved, trusted and much needed channel. 

Channel 4 is an invaluable part of UK media.