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BBC has questions to answer over Bob Vylan broadcast, says Ofcom

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BBC has questions to answer over Bob Vylan broadcast, says OfcomThe watchdog says it has asked the BBC why controversial remarks made by the band were broadcast live.
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News video: Minister says BBC has ‘questions to answer’ over Bob Vylan

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Education minister Baroness Smith says the BBC has “questions to answer” over why it allowed a Glastonbury set by Bob Vylan containing discriminatory language to be broadcast. The BBC is facing questions after rapper Bob Vylan - of the rap punk duo - led crowds at the festival's West Holts Stage...

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Glastonbury controversy explained: Police investigate Kneecap and Bob Vylan sets [Video]

Glastonbury controversy explained: Police investigate Kneecap and Bob Vylan sets

Glastonbury controversy explained: Police investigate Kneecap and Bob Vylan sets Musicians making headlines for their politics isn't new, but this year’s Glastonbury featured two sets by Kneecap and Bob Vylan that riled politicians – including UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Police are investigating both concerts. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/06/30/glastonbury-controversy-explained-police-investigate-kneecap-and-bob-vylan-sets Spark your senses, wake your wonder. Euronews Culture seeks to show creativity in action and inspire our audience to explore the world through the five senses. Start your journey through the best of Europe's arts, gastronomy, traditions and high-end craftsmanship.

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Bob Vylan act 'incitement to violence' say Tories [Video]

Bob Vylan act 'incitement to violence' say Tories

A shadow Tory minister has accused Bob Vylan's performance at Glastonbury of being "incitement to violence" as he condemned the BBC for broadcasting the controversial performance. Danny Kruger also called on the police to look at "where the charges should be brought". Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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'Very concerned' Ofcom says BBC has 'questions to answer' after streaming anti-IDF chants at Glastonbury

The BBC has questions to answer over the live streaming of Bob Vylan's set in which a band member shouted "death to the IDF", according to a media watchdog.
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Criminal investigation launched into Glastonbury performances of Kneecap and Bob Vylan

A criminal investigation has been launched into the Glastonbury performances of Kneecap and Bob Vylan.
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