“They are defending the indefensible.”The controversy was sparked by an exchange between Breakfast co-hosts Dan Walker and Munchetty on 17 July. “So, you can say something is racist, but you shouldn’t infer that the person who said the racist thing is racist. “The idea that the BBC doesn’t allow its presenters and journalists to routinely adopt a set of values is nonsense. “I agree with this post entirely including the point about unprecedented private anger and public disagreement from BBC staff (not just BAME)”. Pat Younge, a former chief creative officer for BBC TV production, said there was a lot of talk at the BBC about diversity and inclusion.

Source: The Guardian September 27, 2019 17:37 UTC