The BBC has apologised for not editing a racial slur out of its coverage of Sunday’s Bafta Film Awards ceremony prior to broadcast. A BBC spokesperson said: “Some viewers may have heard strong and offensive language during the Bafta Film Awards. “We apologise that this was not edited out prior to broadcast and it will now be removed from the version on BBC iPlayer.” Following the incident, the Bafta Film Awards was removed from the BBC’s iPlayer streaming service. It comes after Tourette syndrome charity Tourettes Action said it “deeply understands” the harm of the racial slur, but called for understanding of the condition. Mr Davidson, Bafta, Tourette Scotland, Lindo and Jordan have been contacted for comment.

Source: Irish Examiner February 24, 2026 03:04 UTC