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'.

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.