The BBC is being influenced by the Government! Deplorable.

Firstly... it is important to recognize that any government, regardless of its political leaning, can be dangerous if it disregards the rule of law, undermines human rights, or fails to represent the interests of its citizens. It is up to citizens to hold their governments accountable and ensure that they are acting in the best interests of their country and all its citizens. Maintaining Power: Governments may repress minorities in order to maintain power and control over the population. Minority groups may pose a perceived threat to the government's authority, and repression can be used to suppress dissent and maintain order. Prejudice and Discrimination: Some governments may hold prejudiced or discriminatory views towards minority groups and use repression as a means of expressing those views. This can be particularly true in cases where there is a history of conflict or tension between different groups. Economic Interests: Governments may repress minority groups in order to gain economic advantages. For example, minority groups may be displaced from their land or denied access to resources that are then exploited by the majority population or government. Gary Liniker was absolutly correct giving his oppinion and the BBC are muppets to think that people would not stand by him. I am appaled at the BBC,but then again they have always sought there own interests, the Jimmy Savvile scandle went on for years and the BBC knew! Money talks....

The BBC, or British Broadcasting Corporation, is a public service broadcaster in the United Kingdom funded by the license fee paid by UK households. The BBC is expected to be impartial and independent in its reporting, but it does have some level of government influence due to its public funding and the regulatory framework in which it operates. The BBC is governed by a Royal Charter, which sets out its objectives, duties, and governance structure. The Charter is renewed every ten years by the UK government, which also appoints the members of the BBC Board and the Director-General. The government also has the power to set the level of the license fee and can influence the BBC's budget and priorities through this mechanism. Additionally, the UK government has the power to regulate the BBC through the communications regulator Ofcom, which can investigate complaints about the BBC's impartiality and enforce compliance with the BBC's obligations under its Charter. Overall, while the BBC strives to maintain its independence and impartiality, it operates within a regulatory framework that is ultimately set by the UK government and can be subject to government influence. So there is your answer! Sadly Goverments are in the pockets of everyone...