DC
This is down right pathetic, No one really gave a damn about the queen thing, it was overblown in the press. They apologized for it, why does the press always require blood?
If the BBC had con'd us out of millions aka GMTV then yes I might understand but that wasn't the case, just some minor deception
If the BBC had con'd us out of millions aka GMTV then yes I might understand but that wasn't the case, just some minor deception
ST
Fincham has tried to draw a line under the affair. I think he should be respected for that. The media have indeed got their blood sacrifice, let's hope they leave the BBC to sort out the problem internally that his departure will now cause.
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Also ban people from this site with so little knowledge that they post statements like this:
Little boy - GMTV has nothing to do with BBC, or perhaps you are more stupid and don't understand the meaning of "aka".
Perhaps it's true, "a little knowledge is a dangerous thing", especially in the hand of idiots!
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Also ban people from this site with so little knowledge that they post statements like this:
DrCheese posted:
If the BBC had con'd us out of millions aka GMTV then yes I might understand but that wasn't the case, just some minor deception
Little boy - GMTV has nothing to do with BBC, or perhaps you are more stupid and don't understand the meaning of "aka".
Perhaps it's true, "a little knowledge is a dangerous thing", especially in the hand of idiots!
PC
He has stood up and done what he honestly believes is right at the end of the day - even if others may believe this action wasn't necessary, it seems a very responsible move.
I myself feel that while this was probably not something called for across the nation, Mr Fincham obviously feels he personally has to take some of the blame for a part of the outcome, albeit not at the initial editing stages.
I don't know what the status is on those folks who actually did the editing, but if they are still in that same area of work, perhaps they most of all should be take a leaf out of Peter Fincham's book here, and responsibly step down from their post.
BBC One has seemed solid and steady during his tenure; I certainly don't have any complaints, hopefully he will bring an equal or better standard to whatever area of broadcasting / broadcaster he moves on to.
I myself feel that while this was probably not something called for across the nation, Mr Fincham obviously feels he personally has to take some of the blame for a part of the outcome, albeit not at the initial editing stages.
I don't know what the status is on those folks who actually did the editing, but if they are still in that same area of work, perhaps they most of all should be take a leaf out of Peter Fincham's book here, and responsibly step down from their post.
BBC One has seemed solid and steady during his tenure; I certainly don't have any complaints, hopefully he will bring an equal or better standard to whatever area of broadcasting / broadcaster he moves on to.
LL
I'm guessing he meant "a la".
StuartPlymouth posted:
Also ban people from this site with so little knowledge that they post statements like this:
Little boy - GMTV has nothing to do with BBC, or perhaps you are more stupid and don't understand the meaning of "aka".
Perhaps it's true, "a little knowledge is a dangerous thing", especially in the hand of idiots!
DrCheese posted:
If the BBC had con'd us out of millions aka GMTV then yes I might understand but that wasn't the case, just some minor deception
Little boy - GMTV has nothing to do with BBC, or perhaps you are more stupid and don't understand the meaning of "aka".
Perhaps it's true, "a little knowledge is a dangerous thing", especially in the hand of idiots!
I'm guessing he meant "a la".
ST
I think you mean "et al" (you're as bad!)
I notice Julian Clary is now playing stunt double for Caroline Thompson (COO BBC) on News 24 incase any eggs are flying!:
http://www.rp-network.com/tvforum/uploads/jc.jpg
Skytower posted:
I'm guessing he meant "a la".
I think you mean "et al" (you're as bad!)
I notice Julian Clary is now playing stunt double for Caroline Thompson (COO BBC) on News 24 incase any eggs are flying!:
http://www.rp-network.com/tvforum/uploads/jc.jpg
DC
Great, thanks.
I was simply raising a point that the Queen thing was nothing major, they apologized, took action against the production company involved (as far as I remember anyway) and that was that. Certainly nothing that requires the head of the channel controller.
It's not on the scale of the massive deception that affected lots of people, hence mentioning GMTV, which makes this event look small and laughable. I apologize if you felt it wrong to compare to the two, maybe the comparison was wrong and yes perhaps my use of "aka" was wrong but It was a simple post during my lunch break and not a major life changing essay
Flaming me in the manor you did is completely unfair, Its not as if I'm purposely trolling or typing things to wind you up. I thought the main point in forums was to discuss topics, not as a place to flame others. If I've said something that you don't agree with or think is wrong, just say so. Not outright call me an idiot or call for my banning. There was no need at all to belittle me by calling me a "Little Boy" which couldn't be further from the truth.
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Little boy - GMTV has nothing to do with BBC, or perhaps you are more stupid and don't understand the meaning of "aka".
Perhaps it's true, "a little knowledge is a dangerous thing", especially in the hand of idiots!
Perhaps it's true, "a little knowledge is a dangerous thing", especially in the hand of idiots!
Great, thanks.
I was simply raising a point that the Queen thing was nothing major, they apologized, took action against the production company involved (as far as I remember anyway) and that was that. Certainly nothing that requires the head of the channel controller.
It's not on the scale of the massive deception that affected lots of people, hence mentioning GMTV, which makes this event look small and laughable. I apologize if you felt it wrong to compare to the two, maybe the comparison was wrong and yes perhaps my use of "aka" was wrong but It was a simple post during my lunch break and not a major life changing essay
Flaming me in the manor you did is completely unfair, Its not as if I'm purposely trolling or typing things to wind you up. I thought the main point in forums was to discuss topics, not as a place to flame others. If I've said something that you don't agree with or think is wrong, just say so. Not outright call me an idiot or call for my banning. There was no need at all to belittle me by calling me a "Little Boy" which couldn't be further from the truth.
AS
Asa
Admin
For the first time I'm actually feeling a bit disappointed about a channel controller stepping down and I've never cared in the past to be honest! He seemed to have his head screwed on, came across as genuinely wanting the best for the channel and keen to publicly make himself accountable on several issues during his tenure. Blameless? Certainly not, but I think he should have been allowed to ride the storm.
How long before we see the next channel controller instigating a "review of the channel's branding to see whether it is still relevant"?!
How long before we see the next channel controller instigating a "review of the channel's branding to see whether it is still relevant"?!
DA
Unfortunately in modern Britain people just seem to be backed in to a corner and made to resign these days. The era of "Blame Storming" (where we point the finger and shoot someone down) are very much upon us. I personally feel there was no need for him to resign.
Davidjb
Founding member
Asa posted:
For the first time I'm actually feeling a bit disappointed about a channel controller stepping down and I've never cared in the past to be honest! He seemed to have his head screwed on, came across as genuinely wanting the best for the channel and keen to publicly make himself accountable on several issues during his tenure. Blameless? Certainly not, but I think he should have been allowed to ride the storm.
How long before we see the next channel controller instigating a "review of the channel's branding to see whether it is still relevant"?!
How long before we see the next channel controller instigating a "review of the channel's branding to see whether it is still relevant"?!
Unfortunately in modern Britain people just seem to be backed in to a corner and made to resign these days. The era of "Blame Storming" (where we point the finger and shoot someone down) are very much upon us. I personally feel there was no need for him to resign.
LO
As is so often the case, it was the way the aftermath was handled rather than the 'offence' itself that was Fincham's downfall.
Public trust is very important for BBC One of all channels - that immediate action was not taken to kill the story when it was known to be inaccurate is hard to excuse.
Edited to add - I'm afraid ITV News's headline treatment of this isn't very accurate/honest either:
"The man who wrongly claimed the Queen walked off in a huff quits his job at the BBC" was their headline just now.
Public trust is very important for BBC One of all channels - that immediate action was not taken to kill the story when it was known to be inaccurate is hard to excuse.
Edited to add - I'm afraid ITV News's headline treatment of this isn't very accurate/honest either:
"The man who wrongly claimed the Queen walked off in a huff quits his job at the BBC" was their headline just now.
TV
There goes this year's Christmas ident then
dbl posted:
Roly Keating has been named as acting controller of BBC1:
http://digitalspy.co.uk/article/ds77111.html
http://digitalspy.co.uk/article/ds77111.html
There goes this year's Christmas ident then