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BBC Faces Inquiry Over Alleged Bias in Gaza Reporting

11/6/2025

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The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) faces a parliamentary inquiry into alleged bias after whistleblower Michael Prescott, a former independent standards adviser, made claims.
Michael Prescott will testify before the culture, media, and sport select committee next week.
The committee has demanded explanations from BBC chairman Samir Shah regarding accusations of doctored content and bias in reporting on the Gaza conflict.
Ofcom chief Lord Grade has urged Shah to investigate these allegations.

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The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) faces a parliamentary inquiry into alleged bias after whistleblower Michael Prescott, a former independent standards adviser, made claims.
Michael Prescott will testify before the culture, media, and sport select committee next week.
The committee has demanded explanations from BBC chairman Samir Shah regarding accusations of doctored content and bias in reporting on the Gaza conflict.
Ofcom chief Lord Grade has urged Shah to investigate these allegations.