Broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby condemns Martin Bashir for exploiting ‘troubled’ Diana for Panorama

Broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby condemns Martin Bashir for the ‘bizarre and awful’ way he exploited ‘troubled’ Princess Diana for Panorama interview  Veteran journalist slammed Bashir for using ‘deception and lies’ to secure Diana  He said Bashir should have taken greater care over her emotional vulnerability  BBC announced this week it would launch a full inquiry into … Read more

David Dimbleby considers bid to become next BBC chairman to thwart No. 10

Veteran broadcaster David Dimbleby considers bid to become next BBC chairman to thwart No.10’s plan to potentially install an arch-critic at the corporation He was ‘horrified’ after reports No 10 wanted to give the job to Charles Moore Ex-Question Time host says role should go to ‘someone with a more open mind’ David Clementi, the … Read more

Ex-Question Time host David Dimbleby calls Boris Johnson’s chief aide Dominic Cummings ‘machine gun’

Ex-Question Time host David Dimbleby calls Boris Johnson’s chief aide Dominic Cummings a ‘machine gun’ prepared to ‘massacre’ institutions including the BBC and judiciary – and even takes aim at ‘arrogant’ PM Mr Dimbleby, 81, said ‘there is something obnoxious’ about Dominic Cummings  He also said politicians these days shy away from scrutiny and are … Read more

Jonathan Dimbleby warns BBC’s commitment to impartiality can ‘get in the way of the truth’

Jonathan Dimbleby warns BBC’s unwavering commitment to impartiality can ‘get in the way of the truth’ Veteran broadcaster said the commitment could hinder reporting the truth Dimbleby, 75, is making a programme on his father’s report from Bergen-Belsen BBC has been fighting to keep its £154.50 licence fee following pressure By Luke Andrews For Mailonline … Read more