Michael Prescott
Michael Prescott is an independent advisor for the BBC who recently disclosed significant manipulations in a documentary about Donald Trump aired by BBC Panorama. In a detailed 19-page report, Prescott accused the program's editors of misleading viewers by editing Trump's speech in a way that distorted its original meaning. His revelations have sparked controversy, leading to calls for an investigation and raising questions about the BBC's editorial integrity. Prescott, who has a background in journalism, expressed frustration over the BBC leadership's disregard for his repeated warnings about editorial practices.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 7 | 4.71 | 0.34% | +30% | 67,886,011 | 304,467 | $2,700,000 | 12,109$ |
| United States | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +10% | 331,002,651 | 173,217 | $21,000,000 | 10,990$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,984 | $700,000 | 646$ |
| Estonia | 1 | 3.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 1,326,539 | 1,226 | $31,000 | 29$ |
| Jamaica | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 2,834 | $15,000 | 14$ |
| Totals | 11 | 411,830,990 | 489,728 | $24,446,000 | 23,788$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United Kingdom:
The fallout was sparked by a leaked memo to the board sent by a former external adviser, Michael Prescott.
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United Kingdom:
Michael Prescott, a PR executive, disputed the BBC's coverage and claimed bias in his memo.
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United Kingdom:
Michael Prescott is an ex-independent advisor who authored a memo criticizing the BBC's editorial standards.
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Jamaica:
Michael Prescott raised concerns about the editing of Trump's speech and alleged bias at the BBC.
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United Kingdom:
Michael Prescott faced questions from MPs regarding a leaked memo he authored about bias at the BBC.
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United Kingdom:
Michael Prescott is a former external adviser who raised concerns about bias at the BBC.
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United Kingdom:
Michael Prescott is a former editorial adviser who raised concerns about BBC reporting.
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United Kingdom:
Michael Prescott's memo accused the BBC of bias on various issues.
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Estonia:
Michael Prescott's report highlighted how the BBC deliberately edited President Trump's speech to create a misleading impression.
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United States:
Michael Prescott is a communications advisor hired by the BBC to review its editorial standards.
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