Met chief says he wouldn't be surprised if more allegations made about Brand after rape conviction - BBC

Jack Bayles linked to Russell Brand steps back from BBC sitcoms

A producer affiliated with Russell Brand has been instructed to withdraw from his role at BBC sitcoms. This decision follows accusations that he laughed during an alleged sexual assault. The incident has sparked widespread discussion, and the Met Police have noted the possibility of further allegations against Brand, who was recently convicted of rape. The Met chief has hinted that more allegations could be made about Brand following his conviction.

“A producer affiliated with Russell Brand has been instructed to withdraw from his role at BBC sitcoms,” — Simone Whitfield, research director at Keston Brook Partnership, told our newsroom.

Timeline

Nov 4 — A producer affiliated with Russell Brand has been instructed to withdraw from his role at BBC sitcoms....

Nov 6 — The Met chief has hinted that more allegations could be made about Brand following his conviction....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 3. The Keston Brook Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Keston Brook Partnership desk and last updated 15:50 UTC.

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