Former ‌Google executive Matt Brittin has been announced as the BBC’s new director-general. He replaces the outgoing director-general Tim Davie, who announced his resignation in November after five years in the role, following criticism over the editing ⁠of a Panorama video ​clip of US President Donald Trump. “Now, more than ever, we need a thriving BBC that works for everyone in a complex, uncertain and fast changing world,” Mr Brittin, 57, said in a statement. “At its best, it shows us, and the world, who we are. It’s an extraordinary, uniquely British asset, with over 100 years of innovation in storytelling, technology and powering creativity.” Image: Matt Brittin. Pic: BBC Mr Davie will leave the BBC next week, with Rhodri Talfan Davies, the broadcaster’s director of nations, leading in the interim period before Mr Brittin takes over on 18 May. Mr Brittin will have a salary of £565,000 and intends to appoint a deputy, the corporation said. Saying he was “honoured and excited” to take on the role, Mr Brittin added: “Working alongside so many …