“Bashir lied and lied and lied” to secure Diana interview - Panorama whistleblower

The transcript discusses the scandal surrounding the BBC's Panorama show, focusing on the unethical methods used to secure an interview with Princess Diana. It highlights the creation of fake bank statements, the repeated lies by Bashir, and the BBC's subsequent smear campaign against whistleblowers. The text compares this incident to the phone hacking scandal, emphasizing the negative impact on BBC staff and the culture of fear it created. It calls for specific apologies to those affected and hopes for improved conduct in the future.

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