Previous BBC Advisers Face Members of Parliament's Inquiry After Assertions of Prejudice in Leaked Memorandum
We open with queries from Conservative lawmaker the committee chair, that chairs the committee.
She commences by giving context to the leaked memo authored by Michael Prescott and published in a daily publication.
"I do not desire the British Broadcasting Corporation slanting this way or that way, My only wish is for it straight, unbiased and equitable," he states.
In response to a query whether he thinks the BBC is institutionally biased, he replies: "Absolutely not. It is important to note, tons of stuff the British Broadcasting Corporation does is top-tier - both informative and entertainment content."
Nevertheless, he states: "There is significant effort that must be undertaken at the BBC."
Another previous consultant BBC consultant questioned by the committee, Caroline Daniel, remarks she views the BBC very seriously and that it has a "continuous process and active debate" across fluid and multifaceted subjects.
"Was the BBC willing to conduct a proper discussion and debate and take action?" she asks herself. "From my perspective, indeed, they were."
