The death of a year-old girl reportedly abused by a "world famous singer" after filming Top of the Pops at the BBC should be investigated, a friend of the teenager has said. She would still be alive today if they [the BBC] had listened to her. The new allegations follow the discovery of new documents suggesting the veteran DJ had been interviewed regarding the incident in the s, which he refutes.
She was 15 years old. I have always suspected that she was terrified at the thought of being pregnant. She alleged that those working on the show essentially turned a blind eye to what was going on, and although staff were subject to dismissal if they were found to be engaging in sexual activity on the premises no one had been dismissed, despite numerous allegations.
He apparently also spoke about taking girls to hotels, and despite these allegations and recordings his contract was renewed by the BBC. In her damning findings it was concluded that the BBC prioritised the running of a successful show over the welfare of its young and vulnerable audience. Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later?
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