I always thought it was appropriate that the UK nuclear deterrence fleet apparently would check for Radio 4 still being broadcast to check whether civilisation as we know it (at least in these damp isles) has ended.
But yes, the BBC was always the voice of the Establishment (which is fine) but it's definitely been neutered. You can see it in the documentary output very clearly.
You seem to suggest I'm confused about this and I would appreciate if you could explain why.
It really didn't read to me like they wanted to completely invalidate your statement.