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Tim Westwood has been interviewed by the Metropolitan Police for the fourth time, according to new reports.First reported by BBC news, the interview with the disc jockey comes following allegations of sexual assault that arose last year, and relate to several allegations of non-recent sexual offences allegedly committed by a man.Westwood has consistently denied all accusations made against him.According to the new report, the Met Police stated that the new investigation is related to instances of sexual assault which all took place between 1982 and 2016.Officers also confirmed to the outlet that they interviewed a 66-year-old man under caution yesterday (October 25), and also interviewed a man under caution in March, April and July this year. At time of writing, there have been no arrests made.The report of the new interviews by police comes in light of investigations launched by BBC News and The Guardian, which uncovered that 18 women were accusing Westwood of sexual misconduct and abuse.

Tim Westwood has been interviewed for a fourth time under police caution following sexual misconduct allegations.

BBC Director General Tim Davie has declined to rule out an external inquiry into the Russell Brand allegations as he stresses the issues surrounding the situation are “not wholly historic.”

UPDATED 08:29 a.m. PT: The BBC has now joined with Banijay in launching an urgent investigation into the Russell Brand allegations.

The BBC has refused to say whether it received historical complaints about Russell Brand as the broadcaster is expected to face scrutiny over allegations about the comedian’s alleged conduct.

LEGALTim Westwood has been interviewed under police caution for a third time in relation to alleged sexual offences, the BBC reports. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that officers interviewed a 65 year old man earlier this week.

“Imbalances of power are dangerous and we care about them,” BBC Director General Tim Davie said today, as he was questioned on the Phillip Schofield debate and accusations of toxicity on This Morning.

Tim Westwood‘s alleged sexual misconduct has received a “significant amount of important new information”.The 24-hour hotline opened on April 20 and will remain active until this Friday (May 19). Those who call in can express their experience or concerns confidentially and anonymously to independent safeguarding experts Barrister Gemma White and Jahnine Davis.Both White and Davis are leading an independent review into Westwood, following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct raised against the DJ.These accusations first came to light in April last year, when Westwood was accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women in a joint investigation by The Guardian and BBC News.

Tim Westwood.The new phone line will be open 24 hours a day from today (April 20) up until May 19, and allow anyone with concerns about the former DJ’s conduct to share their experiences.Anyone who reaches out to the phone line will be able to express their experience or concerns confidentially and anonymously to independent safeguarding experts – Ms White and Jahnine Davis.Both White and Davis are leading an independent review into the former DJ, following multiple allegations of sexual misconduct raised against him. These accusations first arose in April last year, when Westwood was accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women in a joint investigation by The Guardian and BBC News.Following the accusations, Westwood has consistently denied all allegations raised against him.

The woman tasked with investigating how much the BBC knew about sexual misconduct allegations against former radio DJ Tim Westwood has said she has combed through 50,000 documents in her search for evidence.

Tim Westwood has been interviewed under caution by police in relation to five sexual offence allegations that date back over 40 years.As the Guardian reports, the former BBC Radio 1 DJ, 65, was interviewed by the Metropolitan Police in March and again last week about offences he allegedly committed in London between 1982 and 2016.In a statement, a spokesperson for the Met said: “Police are investigating five reports relating to allegations of non-recent sexual offences allegedly committed by a man. The offences are alleged to have occurred in London between 1982 and 2016.“A 65-year-old man was interviewed under caution on 15 March 2023 and 4 April 2023.

The BBC has appointed an independent safeguarding expert to assist its investigation into what was known about DJ Tim Westwood’s conduct while he worked at the broadcaster, with a call for evidence period now extended to allow more people to come forwards.

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BBC has launched an independent inquiry into what the corporation knew about the conduct of Tim Westwood.It recently acknowledged that six allegations of bullying and sexual misconduct were received against the former Radio 1 DJ, one of which was handed over to police. That was despite the corporation’s Director General Tim Davie saying in a statement made back in April that “no evidence of complaints” had been found.Four more allegations in 1982, 1985, 2010 and 2016 have now come to light today (August 4) with the Met confirming to the corporation it was investigating a man over over the new claims.After receiving the results of an internal review, independent director Sir Nicholas Serota told BBC News: “New allegations and issues are emerging as time passes and more people are prepared to come forward.

Naman Ramachandran The BBC Board has appointed an independent reviewer to examine concerns regarding DJ Tim Westwood’s conduct during his time with the corporation.The BBC Board made the decision following an expedited review by the broadcaster’s internal investigations team, which reported to the board’s senior independent director Nick Serota. The BBC has instructed Gemma White QC, supported by the law firm Linklaters, to lead this work.The 64-year-old Westwood presented shows on BBC Radio 1 and Radio 1Xtra between 1994 and 2013.

A leading independent barrister has been appointed by the BBC to lead the review into the conduct of disgraced former DJ Tim Westwood during his two-decades long time spent working for the corporation.

Pimp My Ride will return as a six-part digital series on YouTube.The UK version of the reality show originally ran from 2005 to 2007 over three seasons, adapted from the US version hosted by Xzibit.DJ Tim Westwood was the original host on Pimp My Ride UK, who has been accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women in allegations which surfaced this year.For the reboot, Birmingham rapper Lady Leshurr will take over hosting duties. The car transformations will be carried out by Wrench Studios with support from eBay, who have partnered with MTV for the new six-part series.Speaking about the series, Leshurr said: “I’m so happy to be a part of this new series of Pimp My Ride! The original series was such a big part of my childhood, so I’m happy to be involved in such a legendary show that was a big part of my life growing up.

DJ Tim Westwood but felt they were “warned against taking further action” (via The Guardian).Earlier this year, sexual assault allegations were made against Westwood by multiple women, leading him to step down from his Capital Xtra radio show.The alleged victims also gave testimony as part of a new 30-minute documentary, Tim Westwood: Abuse Of Power, which aired on BBC Three in April.In response to the documentary, a spokesperson for the DJ said: “Our client confirms that there has never been any complaint made against him, whether officially or unofficially, relating to claims of inappropriate behaviour of the nature described.”Now, in the latest accusations against the DJ, an ex-BBC employee said they raised concerns about the DJ’s bullying behaviour but was “warned” about taking further action.According to The Guardian, a former employee worked with Westwood in the early 2010s and alleged he took part in “unacceptable bullying”. After raising concerns, they allege that the responses they received suggested they “be quiet, don’t say any more, be careful what you say.”Another former employee, who The Guardian describe as having “worked with Westwood for a number of years in the 2000s”, described a “boys’ club” culture at the organisation and said both official and unofficial complaints had been made about his treatment of co-workers.“Everyone knew what he was like,” they told the publication.

The BBC faces fresh pressure over its handling of complaints into the behaviour of its former long-time DJ Tim Westwood, with the retired judge who led the review into the Jimmy Savile Scandal backing calls for an independent inquiry.

BBC have revealed that they received six allegations of misconduct against Tim Westwood, one of which was handed over to police.This is despite the corporation’s Director General Tim Davie saying in a statement made back in April that “no evidence of complaints” had been found.At the end of April, sexual assault allegations were made against the former Radio 1 DJ by multiple women, leading him to step down from his Capital Xtra radio show.Westwood, 64, was accused of opportunistic and predatory sexual behaviour as well as instances of unwanted touching in incidents that are said to have occurred between 1992 and 2017. The accusations came to light in a joint investigation from The Guardian and BBC News, published on April 26.

Naman Ramachandran Months after BBC director general Tim Davie said there was “no evidence of complaints,” the BBC has revealed that there were in fact six complaints against DJ Tim Westwood.The 64-year-old Westwood presented shows on BBC Radio 1 and Radio 1Xtra between 1994 and 2013. In April, a joint investigation conducted by the BBC and the Guardian brought to light the accounts of seven Black women who alleged sexual touching and sexual misconduct by Westwood between 1992 and 2017.

The BBC has received six complaints against disgraced DJ Tim Westwood over alleged bullying and sexual misconduct, including a historical one that was referred to the police, revealed just months after Director General Tim Davie said he had “seen no evidence of complaints” against Westwood.

Emeli Sandé's ex boyfriend, rapper Hypo, has reportedly been stabbed to death in the early hours of this morning, Friday 3 June. The musician, real name Lamar Jackson, was attending a music party when he was said to have been stabbed in the chest, The Sun reports. Emergency services were called to help the 39 year old, but sadly their efforts were in vain as Lamar was pronounced dead not long after.

Thania Garcia Veteran British radio host Tim Westwood has stepped down from his show on Capital Xtra after being accused of sexual misconduct by seven women, according to the Guardian and other  media reports.Three women accused the DJ of opportunistic sexual behavior, while another four allege they were groped by him after his nightclub performances. All of the women were in their late teens or early 20s when they say the assaults happened.“Following the claims that have recently come to light, Tim Westwood has stepped down from his show until further notice,” Global (parent company of Capital Xtra) said in a statement.Lawyers acting for Westwood refuted the allegations, stating, “Any suggestion that he acts, or has acted, in the way described would be false and seriously defamatory.” The Guardian and BBC have released a documentary titled “Tim Westwood: Abuse of Power” on BBC Three about the story.

Tim Westwood has stepped down from his Capital Xtra radio show following sexual assault allegations made against him.Westwood, 64, was accused of opportunistic and predatory sexual behaviour as well as instances of unwanted touching in incidents that are said to have occurred between 1992 and 2017. The accusations came to light in a joint investigation from The Guardian and BBC News, published yesterday (April 26).

Tim Westwood has stepped down from his show on Capital Xtra following allegations of sexual misconduct.

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Tim Westwood has been accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women.Westwood, 64, is accused of opportunistic and predatory sexual behaviour as well as instances of unwanting touching in incidents that are said to have occurred between 1992 and 2017.The allegations have been published in a joint investigation that was conducted by The Guardian and the BBC. Westwood has strenuously denied all the accusations.

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