BBC knew about Scott Mills investigation years ago. Why didn’t they act?
- Posted on April 3, 2026
- By The Times
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In brief
The BBC faces mounting criticism following revelations that executives were aware of a police investigation into presenter Scott Mills since 2017, yet failed to take decisive action. Internal staff members have expressed frustration over the organization's delayed response and handling procedures. The scandal raises serious questions about corporate accountability, duty of care protocols, and institutional transparency within one of the world's largest broadcasting corporations.
BBC knew about Scott Mills investigation years ago. Why didn’t they act?
After it was revealed that the corporation knew of police investigation into presenter as long ago as 2017, some staff express anger at the handling of the affair
