BBC Settles with Princess Diana’s Chauffeur Over False Allegations
Steve Davies receives compensation for wrongful dismissal following Martin Bashir's deceitful claims depicted in Netflix's 'The Crown'.
Overview
- The BBC pays substantial compensation to Steve Davies, Princess Diana’s former chauffeur, for slanderous allegations made by journalist Martin Bashir.
- Davies was falsely accused of leaking information to the press, leading to his abrupt dismissal in 1996 after years of service.
- The false claims were brought to light in the latest season of Netflix's 'The Crown', prompting Davies to take legal action.
- The BBC has issued a public apology, acknowledging the harm and distress caused by the unfounded allegations.
- This case is part of a series of legal settlements related to Bashir's tactics in securing his 1995 interview with Princess Diana.