BBC apologises to staff over handling of Russell Brand complaints

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BBC apologises to staff over Russell Brand sex complaints

The BBC has apologised to members of staff after an investigation into actor and comedian Russell Brand found some employees felt “unable to raise” concerns...

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BBC apologises over Brand sex complaints

The issue led to an internal investigation at the broadcaster, after a number of staff complaints.

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An internal BBC investigation has revealed that several employees were afraid to voice complaints against Katy Perry's ex-husband in the past. Russell Brand denies all allegations against him.

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Bombshell Russell Brand Report Claims Top TV Execs Were 'Too Scared' to Speak Out About Comic's Shocking Behavior — As He 'Always Got His Way'

The BBC has apologized to staff members who were too afraid complain actor and comedian Russell Brand, and his unwarranted conduct.

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BBC apologizes after staff felt unable to raise concerns about Russell Brand

The BBC has apologized after an internal review revealed that staff members felt unable to report concerns about Russell Brand’s behavior during his time at the broadcaster. The report found that individuals feared he would "always get his way" and therefore remained silent. The review, led by Peter Johnston, BBC’s director of editorial complaints and reviews, examined eight complaints related to Brand’s tenure at BBC 6 Music and BBC Radio 2 bet…

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BBC Formally Apologizes for Its Handling of Russell Brand After 2000s Harassment Complaints

Following an internal investigation, the BBC has apologized to staff members who felt like they had no power to raise their concerns about actor and comedian Russell Brand‘s behavior during his time with the broadcasting corporation. Brand hosted two weekly radio shows on the BBC from 2006 to 2008 and also worked with the company on other projects over the years. Peter Johnston, the BBC’s director of editorial complaints, conducted the investiga…