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NewsnightWalliams: how should the industry respond?

After the jailing of Russell Brand and claims about David Walliams, the government calls a summit of entertainment, media and the world of publishing to tell them to get their houses in order.

Newsnight was broadcast on BBC2 at Wednesday 11 November 2026, 22:30.

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Newsnight

Newsnight is a current affairs & news bulletin on BBC2. Comprehensive coverage of the day's important national and international news stories. The most recent episode is from 11 November 2026.

Last broadcast:11/11/2026 at 22:30Genres: Current affairs & News

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