BBC Chairman Samir Shah has written to the Culture, Media, and Sport Committee to apologise on the BBC’s behalf. He said:
“Since the publication of Mr Prescott’s memo, this issue has led to over 500 complaints. These are now being dealt with in the normal way. It has also prompted further reflection by the BBC. The conclusion of that deliberation is that we accept that the way the speech was edited did give the impression of a direct call for violent action. The BBC would like to apologise for that error of judgement.
You asked several questions around the high-level review of the effectiveness of EGSC. I instigated that review in June, well before Mr Prescott’s memo. I have had several discussions as to how to improve the EGSC processes and the way it works, which has included input from Chris Saul’s review work. That work has yet to conclude.
My intention is to sharpen and strengthen the process so that EGSC acts speedily, and monitors the actions agreed to ensure implementation.”
Read the full letter below:
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