Ex- BBC Consultants Undergo Parliamentary Inquiry Following Claims of Prejudice in Disclosed Memorandum
We start with questions from Conservative MP Caroline Dinenage, who oversees the committee.
She commences by providing background to the disclosed memorandum written by Michael Prescott and printed in the Telegraph.
"I do not desire the British Broadcasting Corporation leaning toward one side or the other, My only wish is for it straight, unbiased and equitable," he declares.
Upon being questioned if he believes the BBC is structurally prejudiced, Prescott replies: "Absolutely not. Let's be clear, tons of stuff the British Broadcasting Corporation does is top-tier - encompassing factual and non-factual shows."
However, he continues: "There exists real work that requires attention at the BBC."
Another ex-adviser BBC specialist questioned by the committee, Caroline Daniel, remarks she takes the British Broadcasting Corporation extremely earnestly and that it has a "persistent practice and lively discussion" across dynamic and complex topics.
"Was the BBC prepared to engage in a proper dialogue and exchange and take action?" she asks herself. "In my view, indeed, they were."
