Former British Broadcasting Corporation Consultants Face MPs' Grilling In the Wake of Allegations of Bias in Leaked Document
We start with inquiries from Conservative MP Caroline Dinenage, that oversees the panel.
She initiates by giving context to the disclosed document written by Michael Prescott and printed in a daily publication.
"I do not desire the British Broadcasting Corporation leaning this way or that way, I just want it neutral, impartial and fair," he states.
When asked whether he believes the British Broadcasting Corporation is institutionally biased, Prescott responds: "Absolutely not. It is important to note, numerous aspects the British Broadcasting Corporation creates is top-tier - including factual and entertainment content."
Nevertheless, he states: "There is real work that must be undertaken at the BBC."
A further previous consultant BBC consultant examined by the committee, Caroline Daniel, states she regards the British Broadcasting Corporation very seriously and that it has a "continuous process and vigorous discourse" on evolving and intricate issues.
"Did the BBC prepared to engage in a thorough discussion and exchange and implement changes?" she reflects. "In my view, affirmative, they were."
