The BBC has cancelled a documentary series featuring presenter Ashley Cain due to his history of abusive and misogynistic comments about women. The broadcaster admitted its vetting process failed and is investigating the lapse.
The BBC faces scrutiny after presenter Ashley Cain's alleged misconduct in Las Vegas halted filming for a documentary. This occurred months after the BBC was informed of offensive social media posts by Cain, raising questions about vetting procedures.
Historic social media posts by TV personality Ashley Cain, allegedly using explicit sexist and misogynistic language towards women, have been unearthed by a newspaper investigation. Comments on his X account referred to women using abusive and sexualized terms, including "slags" and "bitches". The BBC is reviewing social media checks undertaken for Cain's documentary series.
BBC presenter Ashley Cain, known for a documentary series on dangerous places, has a history of making abusive and misogynistic remarks about women on social media. Tweets from before his BBC appointment used derogatory terms and offensive sexualized language, raising questions about the BBC's vetting process.
