Overview

• Martine Croxall is suing the BBC following a year-long absence after the merger of its home and world news channels.
• The legal action includes claims for age discrimination, sex discrimination, and equal pay, with a tribunal set for May 1.
• Croxall and other female presenters were overlooked for chief presenter roles in favor of younger or male colleagues.
• Previous cases of gender pay disputes at the BBC include Samira Ahmed's successful claim in 2020.
• The BBC faces criticism for its handling of the restructuring and the financial impact of maintaining sidelined presenters.