Channel 4 news presenter Krishnan Guru-Murthy has apologised after directing "a very offensive word" towards Tory MP Steve Baker. The journalist was caught swearing off-air following an interview with the Secretary for Northern Ireland during an evening of turmoil for the Conservative party.
In a clip shared by political commentator Rupert Myers, the veteran reporter can be heard talking to Mr Baker and saying: "Thanks a lot, Steve. It wasn't a stupid question, Steve, I'm very happy to go up against you on Truss any day." He can then be heard laughing before commenting: "What a c**t."
The news anchor has since tweeted an apology following an interview with Mr Baker, Wales Online reports. He wrote: "After a robust interview with Steve Baker MP I used a very offensive word in an unguarded moment off air. While it was not broadcast that word in any context is beneath the standards I set myself and I apologise unreservedly. I have reached out to Steve Baker to say sorry."
