Corporation apologises as inquiry finds it missed opportunities that could have led to action over former Radio 1 DJ’s behaviour
The BBC has admitted it “fell short and failed people” – including its own staff – and apologised after finding evidence of “bullying and misogynistic” behaviour by its former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood.
A £3.3m external inquiry published on Tuesday found the broadcaster “missed opportunities” during the DJ’s two decades at the organisation that could have led to action. The inquiry was triggered by a 2022 Guardian and BBC News joint investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and predatory behaviour by the DJ.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/media/2025/feb/25/bbc-admits-it-fell-short-and-failed-people-over-tim-westwood
Author : Alexandra Topping
Publish date : 2025-02-25 19:06:00
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