About us

Main Responsibilities

Provides the S4C television service

Ensures that the services conform with the relevant regulatory requirements, including the Ofcom Broadcast Code

Considers the views of the public about S4C programmes

Approves the S4C annual strategy, budget and long-term financial plan

Oversees, approves and scrutinises the appropriate management of S4C

Operates as a public body

Prepares annual reports and accounts

Appoints a Chief Executive and a Secretary

The Board doesn't get involved with any day to day decisions, such as commissioning or editorial decisions. This arrangement has existed since 1982

The Board ensures that it remains at arms-length from decision made by S4C officers, especially those that relate to the channel's content

The Unitary Board's Standing Orders

Approved: July 2024 (Reviewed: July 2024; Next review: November 2024)
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