Summary
The BBC apologised to Jack Murley, a former radio presenter, after an internal investigation revealed he suffered from homophobic abuse at work. Murley, dismissed from BBC Radio Cornwall, claimed he faced discrimination, but an employment tribunal ruled his firing was not due to his sexuality. The BBC acknowledged the abuse but did not find grounds for financial compensation.
Key Facts
- The BBC apologised to Jack Murley for not acting on reported homophobic abuse.
- Murley was dismissed from BBC Radio Cornwall in 2024 for breaching guidelines.
- An employment tribunal found his dismissal was reasonable, unrelated to his sexuality.
- Murley alleged he faced name-calling and was asked to sound "less gay" on air.
- An internal report confirmed a "case to answer" in eight out of twelve abuse allegations.
- Murley received offensive remarks and homophobic messages from colleagues and listeners.
- The BBC said it is working to improve workplace culture and accepted the investigation's findings.
- Murley thanked colleagues who supported him and hoped for change in BBC's management.
