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Ofcom Investigates Sunak's GB News Session

The probe centers on whether the broadcast met impartiality rules after over 500 complaints.

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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak participates in the GB News People's Forum in County Durham, Britain, February 12, 2024, in this still courtesy of GB news/Matt Pover.

Overview

  • Ofcom has launched an investigation into Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Q&A session on GB News, focusing on due impartiality requirements.
  • The investigation was prompted by around 500 complaints regarding the broadcast, which aired on February 12, 2024.
  • During the event, Sunak was questioned on various topics including migration, the NHS, and his Rwanda policy.
  • Complainants allege that the broadcast lacked alternative viewpoints, violating broadcasting rules on impartiality.
  • This investigation adds to a series of impartiality issues GB News has faced, including a previous breach found in an interview with Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.