James Murdoch steps down as BSkyB chairman

James Murdoch has stepped down as chairman of satellite broadcaster BSkyB.

In a letter today, he said: “As attention continues to be paid to past events at News International, I am determined that the interests of BSkyB should not be undermined by matters outside the scope of this company.

“I am aware that my role as chairman could become a lightning rod for BSkyB and I believe that my resignation will help to ensure that there is no false conflation with events at a separate organisation.”

Read the full Independent article here.