Channel 4 Reportedly Set to Cut About 300 Jobs in Largest Layoffs in Its History

Channel 4 is reportedly poised to cut about 300 jobs, roughly a quarter of its workforce, in what would be the biggest round of layoffs in the broadcaster's 43-year history, The Guardian reported, citing sources familiar with the matter.

According to the report, the cuts are part of an effort by the broadcaster to dramatically reduce costs amid a slowdown in advertising revenue.

The Guardian reported that Priya Dogra, who took over as chief executive from Alex Mahon in March, is expected to address an all-staff meeting on Wednesday to outline a wide-ranging review of Channel 4's strategy and structure.

Staff are said to be anticipating what The Guardian described as "brutal" cutbacks as the company moves to reshape its operations.

Channel 4 has not been quoted directly in the report regarding the scale or timing of the layoffs. The Guardian's report is described as exclusive, and further details on the review's specifics were not immediately available.