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It’s been a week that has rocked the entertainment industry, with the conviction of Russell Brand followed by the publication of allegations against David Walliams, which he denies. Media law expert, the author of McNae’s Essential Law for Journalists, Charlie Moloney joins the show. These are complicated, separate stories. Both, though, show the power of stubborn, diligent investigative reporting.
- Russell Brand sentenced to 10 years and six months for rape and sexual assault – BBC News
- David Walliams accused of targeting teens as young as 15 – ITV News (YouTube)
- ‘It wasn’t long until he asked me if I’d ever had sex before’: David Walliams accused of preying on young women for sex – The Guardian
- Charlie Moloney website, on Twitter
- Charlotte Henry on Twitter, Threads, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube
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