BBC chiefs will be hauled in by Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy to explain why they showcased the rapper who killed teen Jimmy Mizen.
The Beeb is yet to apologise for featuring Jake Fahri, known as TEN, on Theo Johnson’s BBC Introducing show on 1Xtra and calling him an “up-and-coming star”.
GettyCulture Secretary Lisa Nandy Nandy told LBC Radio that Jimmy’s death was ‘a horrendous case’[/caption]
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Bosses said they did not know of his background and have “no further plans” to play him again.
Yesterday Ms Nandy told LBC Radio that Jimmy’s death was “a horrendous case”.
She added: “I think the BBC in particular will want to reflect on the featuring of the person who killed him.
“I think it’s deeply difficult and insensitive for the family.
“This is a discussion I will have with the BBC, but I think it’s right that we take action on that and make sure that we all get this right.”
The move comes after her Tory opposite number Stuart Andrew called in the Commons for a probe.
CollectSchoolboy Jimmy was stabbed to death in 2008[/caption]
ReutersHis killer’s music was showcased on BBC radio after his release from prison[/caption]
The Beeb is yet to apologise for featuring Jake Fahri, known as TEN, on Theo Johnson’s BBC Introducing show on 1Xtra
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