The government may compel media companies to join an industry watchdog to protect whistleblowers, the BBC understands, following recent allegations involving comedian David Walliams.
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is reportedly considering the move, which would require participation in a regulatory body designed to safeguard those who report wrongdoing within the media sector.
The proposed watchdog would provide a formal mechanism for whistleblowers to raise concerns without fear of retaliation, aiming to strengthen industry safeguards.
These developments come after allegations that highlighted gaps in the media industry's protection of whistleblowers, prompting calls for greater oversight.
While the BBC has not confirmed the policy, it is understood that the government could enforce participation in the watchdog as part of its response to the allegations.
<small>Source: BBC Entertainment — read the original story there.</small>
