Ex- British Broadcasting Corporation Advisers Undergo MPs' Grilling Following Allegations of Prejudice in Disclosed Document
We begin with queries from Conservative lawmaker Caroline Dinenage, that leads the group.
She commences by giving details to the disclosed memo prepared by Michael Prescott and released in a national newspaper.
"I don't want the British Broadcasting Corporation tilting toward one side or the other, I simply desire it balanced, fair and equitable," he states.
Upon being questioned if he believes the BBC is institutionally biased, Prescott responds: "No, I do not. To be clear, a great deal the BBC does is world class - both factual and fictional shows."
But he adds: "There remains significant effort that must be undertaken at the BBC."
Another ex-adviser British Broadcasting Corporation consultant questioned by the committee, Caroline Daniel, remarks she views the British Broadcasting Corporation with great importance and that it has a "persistent practice and active debate" on fluid and multifaceted issues.
"Whether the BBC was prepared to engage in a genuine dialogue and exchange and take action?" she reflects. "From my perspective, yes they were."
