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BBC Music Director Resigns Amid Controversy Over Glastonbury Performance

7/5/2025

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Lorna Clarke, the BBC's Director of Music, has resigned following intense criticism over Bob Vylan's provocative Glastonbury performance, where they shouted "Death to the IDF" and "Free Palestine." The BBC acknowledged mistakes in airing the set live, prompting a criminal investigation. As a result, Bob Vylan's shows have been canceled, and their US visas revoked.

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Lorna Clarke, the BBC's Director of Music, has resigned following intense criticism over Bob Vylan's provocative Glastonbury performance, where they shouted "Death to the IDF" and "Free Palestine." The BBC acknowledged mistakes in airing the set live, prompting a criminal investigation. As a result, Bob Vylan's shows have been canceled, and their US visas revoked.