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What will be the public's perception of the BBC's handling of the Huw Edwards case by the end of 2024?
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Huw Edwards Convicted of Crimes, BBC's Tim Davie Confirms Permanent Departure
Sep 17, 2024, 10:42 AM
Huw Edwards, a former BBC presenter, has been convicted of appalling crimes, leading to his permanent departure from the broadcaster. BBC Director-General Tim Davie confirmed that Edwards will never work for the BBC again, emphasizing the impact of the affair on the organization's reputation. Davie noted that the decision to continue paying Edwards after his arrest was extremely hard but understood by many business people. The nature of Edwards' crimes has left his career and legacy in tatters. Davie made these remarks at the #RTSConvention.
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