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Payout for BBC's Huw Edward and delayed dismissal proceedings

By Rebecca Thornley-Gibson

02/08/2024

Rebecca Thornley-Gibson comments for iNews on the dismissal of BBC presenter, Huw Edwards and why the employer delayed proceedings to dismiss him.
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