Stephen Mitchell
Journalist
British journalist best known for his work with the BBC's radio organization.
He studied at Loughborough Grammar School and Manchester University before starting his career.
He wrote for The Times, a London newspaper, before beginning his career in BBC radio journalism.
His father was a Leicestershire welder.
He retired from his position as the head of BBC programs in 2012, shortly after a scandal involving public figure Jimmy Savile became a major news story.