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Prescott, a former Sunday Times political editor, was clear when asked if he thought there was institutional bias at the BBC.

The New York Times’ crossword is synonymous with its current editor, Will Shortz, who gave the puzzle a refresh in the 1990s, jettisoning academic jargon and obscurities in favor of layered puns and pop-culture references.

For the past 22 years, the news programme has handed over the editorial reins to guest editors during the festive period.

The role of Sir Robbie, a former BBC senior editor and director of communications for Conservative Prime Minister Theresa May, is also expected to come under scrutiny.

Laura Landro, a former Wall Street Journal assistant managing editor, is the author of “Survivor: Taking Control of Your Fight Against Cancer.”