Controversy over edited interview
The BBC is under fire for editing out a crucial part of an interview with Labour's deputy leader Angela Rayner, sparking concerns among Labour staffers. The edited segment involved a question about whether Rayner would resign if found guilty of wrongdoing related to the sale of her former council house.
Delayed revelation and police investigation
The omitted exchange came to light only last Friday when Greater Manchester Police announced they would investigate Rayner over potential electoral law breaches. This revelation came after the BBC initially chose not to air the controversial segment.
Backlash and accusations of bias
Tory MP Greg Smith criticized the BBC's decision, questioning how the broadcaster could justify cutting short the interview to protect Rayner, only to later release the full footage due to a police investigation. Smith expressed disbelief at the BBC's actions, stating that such behavior is not in line with what license fee payers expect.
BBC's response and impartiality
In response to the criticism, a BBC spokesperson emphasized that when the circumstances changed, including the police investigation, the full exchange was broadcast. The spokesperson affirmed that the BBC has maintained impartial coverage of the story throughout.
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