Ex- BBC Advisers Undergo Parliamentary Inquiry After Claims of Prejudice in Leaked Document
We begin with queries from Tory Member of Parliament the panel's head, that leads the committee.
She opens by giving background to the unauthorized memorandum written by Michael Prescott and printed in a national newspaper.
"I do not desire the British Broadcasting Corporation leaning toward one side or the other, My only wish is for it neutral, unbiased and equitable," he declares.
When asked if he thinks the BBC is institutionally biased, Prescott replies: "Absolutely not. It is important to note, a great deal the British Broadcasting Corporation does is world class - encompassing documentary and fictional shows."
However, he continues: "There exists significant effort that requires attention at the British Broadcasting Corporation."
The second previous consultant British Broadcasting Corporation consultant examined by the group, Caroline Daniel, remarks she views the BBC very seriously and that it operates a "continuous process and vigorous discourse" on fluid and multifaceted issues.
"Did the BBC ready to conduct a proper discussion and argument and implement changes?" she asks herself. "From my perspective, affirmative, they were."
