Ex- British Broadcasting Corporation Consultants Face MPs' Grilling Following Allegations of Partiality in Disclosed Memorandum
We begin with questions from Conservative lawmaker the committee chair, who chairs the group.
She initiates by giving context to the unauthorized memorandum written by Michael Prescott and published in a national newspaper.
"I do not desire the BBC slanting in any particular direction, My only wish is for it neutral, unbiased and equitable," he states.
In response to a query whether he thinks the British Broadcasting Corporation is structurally prejudiced, the adviser replies: "No, I do not. Let's be clear, a great deal the BBC produces is exceptional - encompassing informative and fictional shows."
However, he continues: "There is real work that must be undertaken at the BBC."
The second ex-adviser BBC adviser questioned by the committee, Caroline Daniel, says she views the British Broadcasting Corporation with great importance and that it operates a "ongoing system and active debate" on dynamic and complex subjects.
"Did the BBC prepared to engage in a proper conversation and debate and take action?" she reflects. "From my perspective, yes they were."
