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BBC Issues Apology Over ‘High Risk’ Bob Vylan’s Controversial Glastonbury Performance
BBC apologizes after streaming Bob Vylan's controversial Glastonbury set despite 'high risk' warning. New policies ban live broadcasts of risky acts.
The BBC has issued a formal apology after allowing a “high risk” act to perform live at Glastonbury, despite internal warnings about Bob Vylan ‘s potential for controversial content. Davie, who was on-site at Glastonbury visiting BBC staff, was subsequently informed of the incident and immediately instructed teams to prevent the performance from appearing in any further coverage. The incident represents a significant embarrassment for the public broadcaster, with Davie emphasizing its commitment to being “a role model for inclusivity and tolerance” and maintaining “an environment where everyone is supported and can do their very best work.”
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