Keir Starmer has intervened in the ongoing BBC crisis over Gregg Wallace, blasting his “inappropriate and misogynistic” comments amid calls for MasterChef to be scrapped.
Speaking to the press this morning, the Prime Minister’s spokesman described the controversy as “deeply concerning”.
Sir Keir’s spokesman said: “As we said last week these allegations are obviously deeply concerning.”
“It is right that a thorough investigation is conducted. Obviously that’s for the BBC and the production company.
“But I would add the Culture Secretary spoke with the BBC leadership at the end of last week on this matter and wider workplace culture issues to seek assurances there are robust processes in place to deal with complaints.
“Clearly the comments that we’ve seen from the individual over the weekend were completely inappropriate, misogynistic.
“More broadly as you know the BBC is conducting an independent review into workplace culture, which must deliver clear and timely recommendations. It’s essential for staff and the wider public to have confidence that the BBC takes this issue seriously.”
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