BBC admits scandal claims were not put to TV star for seven weeks

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SUBSCRIBE SUBSCRIBE: £1 FOR 3 MONTHS July, 2023 View in browser BBC admits scandal claims were not put to TV star for seven weeks    Holly Evans The BBC presenter accused of paying a person for explicit images was not informed of the allegations against him by the Corporation until seven weeks after they had been made. They were first contacted the day before The Sun published its claims, the BBC said this afternoon.   The corporation has now paused its own investigations into the allegations as police continue their inquiries. More follows OTHER STORIES YOU MIGHT LIKE > What are the allegations against BBC presenter and why hasn't he been named? > BBC presenter scandal: Could suspended star be jailed over explicit photos? > Lawyer for youngster at centre of BBC presenter sex case says 'nothing inappropriate happened' Enjoying this newsletter? Unlock unlimited, ad-free reading on the website and in The Independent app when you subscribe – plus, benefit from our welcome offer when you join today. We noticed that you might not be registered By registering, you will enjoy limited access to Independent Premium articles, commenting, and virtual events with our leading journalists REGISTER FOR FREE OTHER NEWSLETTERS YOU MIGHT LIKE Climate News Every Friday, 12pm (UK time) Written by Louise Boyle Join now The View from Westminster  Every weekday, 6pm (UK time) Written by John Rentoul Join now The Independent proudly partners with Refuge and the National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 If you can spare a minute we'd love your feedback on our newsletters. Join the conversation or follow us Download the free Independent app Please do not reply directly to this email You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter. Add us to your safe list of senders.   If you do not want to receive The Independent's Breaking News newsletter, please unsubscribe.   If you no longer wish to receive any newsletters or promotional emails from The Independent, you can unsubscribe here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345. Read our privacy notice and cookie policy.