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BBC's new live streaming rule after Bob Vylan uproar

BBC's new live streaming rule after Bob Vylan uproar

Independent6 hours ago
The BBC has apologised for "deplorable behaviour" during punk rap duo Bob Vylan 's Glastonbury set, where frontman Bobby Vylan led chants of "death, death to the IDF".
The broadcaster admitted errors in its risk assessment, having deemed the act suitable for live streaming despite it being classified as "high risk".
As a result, the BBC will no longer broadcast or stream live any music performances deemed "high risk" in the future.
The BBC has apologised to viewers and the Jewish community, stating there is no place for antisemitism on the BBC, and is taking action to ensure accountability for the failings.
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  • The Sun

Leftie BBC & Glasto is perfect meeting of mindless middle-class b***ends… and funded by millions of OUR licence fee cash

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