Scott Mills, a prominent BBC radio host, was the corporation's highest earner before his dismissal, with annual earnings reaching up to £749,999. The details emerged as the BBC published its annual report, which lists the pay packets of its best-compensated stars.
Mills, 53, earned between £745,000 and £749,999 in the financial year ending March 2026, a significant increase from previous years. His dismissal reportedly followed allegations of serious sexual offenses against a teenage boy.
The report also details the earnings of other BBC personalities. Greg James followed Mills with earnings between £440,000 and £444,999, an increase from the previous period. Stephen Nolan's earnings were reported between £425,000 and £429,999.
Vernon Kay and Laura Kuenssberg were jointly listed in fourth place, each earning between £405,000 and £409,999. Football pundit Alan Shearer saw a decrease in his earnings, falling to £390,000-£394,999 from a higher bracket in the prior year. Justin Webb's salary was reported between £375,000 and £379,999.
Other notable figures in the earnings list include Naga Munchetty (£360,000-£364,999), Fiona Bruce (£345,000-£349,999), and Sophie Raworth (£340,000-£344,999). Gary Lineker's earnings were listed at £325,000-£329,999, a significant drop from £1,350,000-£1,354,999 in the previous reporting period.
The publication of these figures is a requirement for the BBC, aiming to provide transparency on public spending. The list comprises presenters, hosts, and journalists whose earnings exceed certain thresholds.