BBC Tightens Live Music Rules After Glastonbury Furor

The BBC has announced it will no longer broadcast or live-stream music performances considered 'high risk' following backlash over punk rap duo Bob Vylan's Glastonbury set, which featured chants criticized as antisemitic and pro-Palestinian messages. The performance led to condemnation from UK politicians, including Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and prompted a criminal investigation. The BBC admitted Bob Vylan had been flagged as 'high risk' ahead of the event, but compliance measures failed and the feed was not cut during the contentious segment. BBC Director-General Tim Davie and Chair Samir Shah issued public apologies, especially to the Jewish community, and detailed shortcomings in risk assessment and live compliance. The broadcaster will now assign editorial policy staff at major events and implement clearer protocols for pulling live streams to prevent future incidents. Bob Vylan defended their performance as advocacy for change, while the BBC continues to face scrutiny over its new policies.