After several women accused presenter Tim Westwood, the BBC commissioned a report to examine the DJ’s two decades of employment with the corporation
The Met Police has warned the BBC that parts of a report about DJ Tim Westwood’s alleged misconduct may “interfere with justice” if published.
The external review is to examine the BBC’s knowledge of, and response to, complaints, allegations and concerns about misconduct by the former Radio 1 and 1Xtra DJ.
Mr Westwood has denied claims of misconduct, commenting: “It’s all false allegations.”
The BBC declined to comment. In July, a spokesperson for the corporation said it was liaising with police to ensure that any steps taken – including publishing the report – do not have a “negative impact” on any ongoing police investigation. They added: This is taking time.”
Several women have accused the presenter of predatory and unwanted sexual behaviour and touching, in alleged incidents between 1992 and 2017.
In August 2022, a review, led by Gemma White KC, was commissioned by the BBC to examine the near 20-year employment of Mr Westwood with the broadcaster. It was initially believed the review would take around six months but a report is yet to be published.
In a new statement, a Met Police officer said: “We have seen the report and made recommendations to the BBC as to which sections of the report may interfere with justice if published.”
It is understood the report is now due to be published within the next month.
