[Former Member 237]

My problem with this new 'BBC Verify' branding is that they recently spent quite a few months running a very good promotional video on their channels boasting about how their reporters either verified or personally witnessed events, and showing quotations of their written commitment to do so.

My first impression here is that either that commitment was not genuine, or they think people didn't believe them. Either of those scenarios are worrying.

I don't think it's a new thing, just far worse with social media etc. A person on Youtube can do a better set up than these touch screens and branding. Traditional news organisations have to try and stay relevant which I would suggest is why you are getting this branding. The power of their newsgathering and legacy is the only thing they have left. Everything else can be done by a YouTuber is the harsh reality. Personally I think the clock is ticking for 24 news channels.