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The recognition program is run in association with All3Media. The Grierson Trust maintains a strong commitment to improving inclusivity within documentary and factual television. Entrants are asked to provide information on the diversity of directors, the broader production team, and on-screen themes.

As Chair of the Board of Trustees, McDonald will work closely with the Board and Managing Director to guide the Trust’s strategic direction, champion fundraising efforts, and strengthen industry engagement, acting as an ambassador for the organisation and helping sustain its place as a cornerstone of the UK’s documentary filmmaking community.

On this occasion, the awards are being held in association with All3Media. The BBC leads this year’s awards longlist with 31 entries across its channels and on iPlayer.

The Trustees will also chair judging committees for the Grierson Awards, which this year introduces two new categories.

Channel 4 emerged as the top winner, securing five awards, while the BBC took home three, Netflix two, and Paramount+ one. Two documentaries won awards in multiple categories. "20 Days in Mariupol," a collaboration between FRONTLINE, PBS, and The Associated Press, received both the Best Current Affairs Documentary and Best Cinema Documentary awards.