Best of the Spectator Quite right!: BBC bias & Bridget ‘Philistine’s’ war on education
Nov 12, 2025
This week tackles the crisis at the BBC following high-profile resignations, raising questions about bias and journalistic standards. The conversation shifts to Labour's controversial education reforms, examining concerns that new grading systems might dilute academic rigor. Plus, actress Sydney Sweeney’s unapologetic stance makes waves, sparking debates about whether we're past peak woke culture. Dive into the clash between tradition and modernity in both media and education!
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BBC Bias Is Systemic Not Isolated
- Michael Gove and Madeline Grant argue the BBC shows systemic bias across several areas, not just one scandal.
- They claim the Prescott memo reveals ideological capture on topics like gender and Middle East coverage.
Noble Cause Corruption Destroys Credibility
- Gove rejects 'noble cause' journalism that distorts facts to punish villains.
- He warns such practices destroy journalistic credibility and breach BBC standards.
Coverage Dominated By A Small Reporter Pool
- Madeline Grant highlights a small pool of reporters dominating LGBT and gender coverage.
- She says that dominance produced an echo chamber and left the BBC behind shifting political debates.