GB News Faces Potential Sanctions for Impartiality Breaches in Rishi Sunak Broadcast
Ofcom cites repeated violations of impartiality rules as it begins sanction procedures against the broadcaster.
- Ofcom found GB News breached impartiality rules during a live Q&A with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- The program allowed Sunak to promote government policies without significant challenge or alternative views.
- GB News has previously been cited for multiple impartiality violations, including shows hosted by Conservative MPs.
- Sanctions could range from financial penalties to revoking GB News' broadcast license.
- GB News defends its format, claiming it allows public scrutiny of politicians and upholds democratic values.