Government could force media industry to improve safeguards after Walliams allegations
Summary
The UK government may require entertainment and media organizations to join the Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority (CIISA) if they do not quickly improve safeguarding practices. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy plans to tell industry leaders that they should act voluntarily, but that the government could intervene; ministers have also called for tighter limits on non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).Key Facts
- CIISA membership is currently voluntary.
- Nandy plans to meet leaders from broadcasting, publishing, film and entertainment next week.
- The government could make industry participation in CIISA mandatory if it considers the response to allegations inadequate.
- An investigation by the Guardian and ITV News reported allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse of position against David Walliams; he denies them.
- The allegations followed the sentencing of Russell Brand on charges of rape and sexual assault.
- Women and Equalities Minister Bridget Phillipson said there was scope to strengthen laws restricting NDAs.
- Zelda Perkins, a campaigner against NDAs, said CIISA membership should be mandatory.
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