BBC facing questions about Jamie Borthwick's EastEnders future in aftermath of John Torode's sacking from MasterChef
The actor - who plays Jay Brown in the BBC soap - was
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Jamie was suspended by EastEnders bosses after his use of the sickening slur emerged
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John Torode was sacked from his role on MasterChef after an investigation
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But now with MasterChef host John being sacked after an investigation found he had used
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on the BBC soap and the difference in treatment.
A source said: "The difference in treatment between John and Jamie - for very similar incidents - has left questions to be answered.
'The BBC have tied themselves into knots with this - for them both stars appear to have used unacceptable and offensive language but only one has been sacked while another has kept his lucrative salary and got away with just a suspension.
'There doesn't appear to be any rhyme nor reason with how the BBC chooses to implement its own rules and people are questioning why.
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'Disabled colleagues have been left wondering why incidents of ableist slurs seemingly aren't being taken as seriously as racist language and there are no clear answers coming from bosses.'
Last night a spokeswoman for the BBC said: 'Whilst we do not comment on any individual matter, each case is always considered on its own facts.
'We are very clear on our expectations that inappropriate behaviour and language will not be tolerated.'
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The EastEnders star, who joined the soap in 2006, said in a public apology: 'I am deeply sorry for any offence and upset my words and actions have caused.
'It is no excuse, but I did not fully understand the derogatory term I used and its meaning.
EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick sensationally SUSPENDED by BBC for using sick disabled slur on Strictly set
'That is on me completely. Now I am aware, I am deeply embarrassed to have used the term and directed it in the way I did. It was wrong.
'When I made the video, I was excited and caught up in the moment. Again, that is no excuse. But my regrettable actions are not a true reflection of my views, or who I am.
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'I enjoyed every minute of my time in the
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Tower Ballroom and the town itself.
"The people of Blackpool have always been amazing with the Strictly crew, dancers and cast members. I know they will be again for this year's show and those in years to come. I am truly sorry.'
MasterChef facts
MASTERCHEF has been a staple BBC series for years - but what are the key details?
MasterChef launched on BBC One back in 1990
It ran until 2001, then was revived in 2005 as MasterChef Goes Large
John Torode joined the revamped series in 2005, where he teamed up with Gregg Wallace as hosts
Controversial moments? In March 2018, Gregg refused to judge Zaleha Kadir Olpin's stewed chicken rendang dish as he claimed it was 'not crispy enough and could not be eaten.'
Disability charity Scope told The Sun Borthwick should reflect on what he said and educate himself.
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"We hope he takes the opportunity to get to know the reality of disabled people's lives,' said the organisation's media manager Warren Kirwan.
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