The BBC has received nearly 1,200 complaints accusing the corporation of giving too much coverage to Ukip during the recent European and local election campaigns.
The broadcaster is accused by complainants of being biased towards Ukip as well as giving the party excessive air time. Regulator Ofcom has also received 15 complaints regarding the BBC’s impartiality in its election coverage of Ukip.
Broadcasters must operate within strict guidelines set out by regulator Ofcom on election coverage and ensure balanced and impartial reporting during election campaigns. In March, Ofcom ordered broadcasters to give Ukip more TV exposure during the election campaign and treat Read full story ›
Source: The Drum
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