Bafta has suspended Noel Clarke’s membership following allegations of misconduct. The academy said in a statement it had also suspended his outstanding British contribution to cinema award, which he was handed earlier this month at the Royal Albert Hall, until further notice. Clarke was first recognised by Bafta in 2009, when he won the Rising Star prize. He accepted outstanding contribution award in early April. The gong is among Bafta’s highest prizes and is presented annually in honour of Michael Balcon, the British film producer known for his work with Ealing Studios.

Source: Irish Independent April 29, 2021 19:30 UTC