BBC English: does it dictate proper pronunciation? – OxfordWords blog (May 27, 2016)
Language use and notions of correctness have always been central matters for large sections of British society – especially those concerned with class, status, and education. Throughout its history, the BBC played a central role in disseminating what is considered ‘proper’ pronunciation. In its early days, the BBC was even meant to not only entertain but also to educate the general public by bringing ‘the best’, including pronunciation, into the greatest number of British homes. For further reading, visit “OxfordWords blog”.