Two whistleblowers who provided evidence to the BBC internal inquiry into former presenter Huw Edwards have expressed their dissatisfaction with the handling of the investigation.
One staff member, who came forward last year about flirtatious messages from Edwards, stated that they were disappointed by the lack of communication regarding the progress of the inquiry. They described the experience as stressful and felt that their concerns about power dynamics in the newsroom were not adequately addressed by BBC management.
Another whistleblower, who has since left the BBC, revealed that Edwards had been pushy in trying to arrange meetings and had sent suggestive messages alongside a picture of his hotel suite during Prince Philip’s funeral. They expressed frustration that the findings of the internal inquiry have not been made public and criticized the lack of transparency in the process.
The whistleblowers’ comments come after Edwards pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children in a separate case. The BBC stated that had he been charged while still employed, he would have been dismissed. The whistleblowers emphasized the need for the BBC to take responsibility for addressing power dynamics and ensuring a safe working environment for all staff members.
They called for greater transparency and accountability from BBC management, urging them to reflect on the handling of the Edwards case and make necessary changes to prevent similar incidents in the future. The whistleblowers emphasized the importance of ensuring that all employees, regardless of their status, are held accountable for their actions and that power dynamics are properly addressed within the organization.
