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Legal Protections and Media Accountability
This chapter discusses the legal protections for minors in police and media cases, spotlighting the case of former BBC newsreader Hugh Edwards and the complexities surrounding his suspension. It explores the balance the BBC must maintain between public interest and individual privacy rights, alongside the concerns over transparency in internal processes. The chapter emphasizes the implications of evolving media laws and the challenges of corporate accountability in light of serious allegations against a high-profile figure.