BBC news presenter refuses to speak word during broadcast
BBC Anchor Sparks Debate After Changing Teleprompter Script On Air
Veteran BBC News presenter Martine Croxall, 56, has drawn attention after she chose to alter the wording on her teleprompter during a live broadcast. While reporting on those most vulnerable to heat-related illnesses, Croxall changed the phrase “pregnant people” to “women,” then briefly gestured with her eyes, hinting at disagreement with the original wording.
Her on-air sentence was:
“Malcom Mistry, who was involved in the research, says that the aged, pregnant people—women—and those with pre-existing health conditions need to take precautions.”
The clip quickly went viral and sparked debate on social…
