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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sophie Wingate

Calls to examine Boris Johnson’s role in Richard Sharp’s BBC appointment

PA Wire

Boris Johnson’s role in the appointment of Richard Sharp as BBC chairman should be examined, the former commissioner for public appointments has said.

The former prime minister “himself was conflicted” in the process, according to Sir Peter Riddell, who also said questions remain about the loan made to him.

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