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BBC Says Gregg Wallace Not Entitled to Damages in Data Access Case

The broadcaster’s High Court defence rejects claims of distress after supplying his personal data on 7 October following a complex request designation.

Overview

  • The BBC’s defence denies causing Gregg Wallace distress or harassment and argues he has no right to damages, interest or other relief.
  • It confirms Wallace made a subject access request on 6 March and says it disclosed his personal data on 7 October after treating the request as complex.
  • The BBC contends that its voluntary disclosure undermines any claim for compensation related to alleged withholding of information.
  • Wallace’s filings seek up to £10,000 and court orders compelling fuller compliance, alleging wrongful redactions and incomplete disclosure, with his side reporting BBC Studios cited freedom of expression for withholding parts.
  • The dispute follows Wallace’s July dismissal after an independent review upheld 45 of 83 misconduct allegations, after which he issued a public apology.