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Tim Westwood Review: BBC Had No Knowledge of ‘Predatory Sexual Behavior’ by DJ but Did Find Evidence of ‘Bullying and Misogynistic’ Conduct


The BBC said it found there was no knowledge of 'predatory sexual' conduct by Westwood, but did find evidence of 'bullying and misogynistic behavior'

The BBC has published the findings of a review into what the broadcaster knew about the conduct of its former radio DJ Tim Westwood, who has been accused of multiple counts of sexual misconduct. “The police have seen the report, and should they request it, we will assist them in any way that we can,” it said, adding that, “Mr Westwood has always strongly denied all allegations of inappropriate behaviour or wrongdoing.” In response to the review, Philippa Childs, head U.K. broadcasting union Bectu, said the findings “all too plainly speak to the culture of extreme power dynamics and ‘untouchable’ talent that persists in the creative industries.”

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