How to Cite BBC News in Harvard
BBC News references can use either the named journalist or BBC News as a corporate author. Paste the article URL or use the templates below to create a Cite Them Right Harvard reference.
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BBC News Harvard Reference Format
Named Author:
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BBC News Harvard Reference Examples
Named BBC Journalist
In-text: (Patel, 2024)
No Named Author
In-text: (BBC News, 2024)
Live Page or Updated Article
In-text: (BBC News, 2024)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I cite a BBC News article in Harvard?
Use the named journalist as author when one is shown. If no named author appears, use BBC News as the corporate author, then the year, title, BBC News, date, URL, and access date.
Is BBC News the author or the website name?
If a journalist is named, BBC News is the publication name. If no journalist is named, BBC News can be used as the corporate author.
Do I need the full BBC URL?
Yes. Include the article URL after Available at. You can remove tracking parameters, but keep the URL that resolves to the article.
Do BBC News articles need access dates in Harvard?
Yes. Online news pages can be updated, so include an access date in Cite Them Right Harvard references.
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