What's happened
GB News faces criticism for allowing Conservative MPs to host shows and for controversial comments made by guests
Why it matters
The controversy highlights concerns about impartiality and the appropriateness of allowing politicians to host news programs, as well as the impact of controversial comments on public discourse.
What the papers say
The Independent reports on the defense of GB News by its boss, while The Times and The Mirror highlight criticism from senior Conservative MP Caroline Nokes. The Independent also covers the Culture Secretary's defense of the Tory MPs hosting shows on GB News.
How we got here
The controversy stems from GB News allowing Conservative MPs to host shows and the suspension of guests for making controversial comments, leading to scrutiny from Ofcom.
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