Key facts
- Ian Katz has been interviewed for the BBC's top news job.
- Katz is currently head of content at Channel 4.
- He is a former editor of The Guardian.
- The interviews were conducted by new BBC director-general Matt Brittin.
Ian Katz, the current head of content at Channel 4 and a former editor of The Guardian, has reportedly been interviewed for the top news position at the BBC. The interviews were conducted by the newly appointed director-general, Matt Brittin. The Mail on Sunday understands that Katz is a leading candidate for the role.