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The Government Reacts To 麻豆社 Bias Allegations

麻豆社 bosses treating 'systemic bias' allegations seriously, says the culture secretary.

Today, Laura spoke to the Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy, who has said she retains confidence in the 麻豆社鈥檚 leadership, as the corporation prepares to apologise over the way it edited a Donald Trump speech.

Adam and Henry discuss the political ramifications of that interview, as well as other accusations made in the letter by Michael Prescott, a former independent external adviser to the 麻豆社鈥檚 editorial guidelines and standards committee.

麻豆社 chair Samir Shah will provide a response to the Culture, Media and Sport Committee on Monday.

Plus, we learned today that UK military personnel and equipment are being sent to Belgium to help it bolster its defences after drones were spotted near the main airport, Zavantem. But how much do we know about the drones and their origin?

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the 麻豆社. The presenters were Laura Kuenssberg and Adam Fleming. It was made by Chris Flynn with Rufus Gray. The social producer was Gabriel Purcell-Davis. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The weekend series producer is Chris Flynn. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham.

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