Dual management structure and Savile confusion blamed for Newsnight failings
Confusion over dual editorial command structure blamed for Newsnight child-abuse report error Basic journalistic checks were not completed Newsnight management…
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The Today interview with George Entwistle that may have sealed his fate
An interview with Today Programme presenter John Humphrys on Saturday morning may have sealed the fate of BBC director general…
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BBC issues ‘unreserved’ apology over child abuse claims and suspends Newsnight investigations
The BBC has "unreservedly" apologised for broadcasting child sex abuse allegations which led to a former Tory party treasurer being…
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Peter Rippon ‘tried to kill Jimmy Savile story’
A Newsnight reporter alleged that her editor tried to "kill" the Jimmy Savile story by making "impossible editorial demands" and…
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‘Five to 10’ staff in BBC sex probe during ‘Savile period’, says DG George Entwistle
The BBC is investigating up to 10 "serious allegations" involving past and present employees, director general George Entwistle said today.…
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Leaked email reveals PR questions for Newsnight on ‘managing’ Savile expose
A leaked BBC email from a senior press officer to Newsnight journalists today reveals how close the BBC was to…
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Savile sex attack testimony dropped by Newsnight is aired on ITV News
One of Jimmy Savile's alleged abuse victims has spoken to ITV News repeating testimony that was kept secret by BBC…
ByPaxman joins others on the Naughtie step with ‘cuts’ mispronunciation
Jeremy Paxman joined other senior BBC colleagues on the Naughtie step last night as he became the latest presenter to…
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