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BBC “Let Down” By Huw Edwards & Jermaine Jenas, Says Director General Tim Davie


Following the Huw Edwards and Jermaine Jenas scandals, BBC boss Tim Davie said: “It can be challenging for us all when the BBC becomes the headline."

In an email to staff, the BBC’s boss bemoaned a string of misconduct sagas, which have also embroiled Strictly Come Dancing, the broadcaster’s biggest show. Davie told colleagues that it had been a “demanding” few months for the BBC, but lessons will be learned and the corporation’s workplace culture will be improved. Professional dancer Graziano Di Prima was fired for allegedly kicking Zara McDermott, while Giovanni Pernice’s future on the show remains uncertain following a complaint about his training methods from Amanda Abbington, the Sherlock actress.

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