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Parents refer more teen boys to Government's deradicalisation scheme Prevent after hit Netflix drama Adolescence
Referrals to a government anti-extremism programme went up after the hit Netflix drama Adolescence was broadcast in March, an official report reveals. An investigation by David Anderson KC on Prevent, the Home Office deradicalisation scheme, found that after the series was screened, parents and social workers referred more teenagers to the programme. The series-written by actor Stephen Graham about a 13-year-old boy, played by Owen Cooper, who kills a female classmate for rejecting him and mocking him online – was critically acclaimed for dealing with toxic masculinity among teenagers. Lord Anderson's report mainly focused on the extremist murder of Tory MP David Amess and the killing of three girls in Southport by Axel Rudakubana last year. He was told by experts and Prevent specialists across the country that referrals went up thanks to the show, which deals with males who defines themselves as 'incels' – blaming women who don't respond to their advances for forcing them to be involuntarily celibate. His study said: 'Reactions to the incel-themed Netflix series Adolescence may also have played a part in encouraging referrals. 'Statistics yet to be published will record the extent of any such increase and whether it is best understood as a spike or a more permanent upward shift.' It is not known whether Adolescence has caused a significant rise because the Home Office, which collates Prevent data, will not publish figures for the first quarter of this year until December. But experts have told The Mail on Sunday that Prevent referrals went up particularly in areas such as the Home Counties. Police have warned parents to be vigilant about their children's online habits. Days after Adolescence came out, Detective Superintendent Jane Corrigan, the Met's Prevent co-ordinator for London, said: 'While it's a fictitious drama, the story is grounded in a reality that we are seeing more and more in counter-terrorism policing.' One in five people arrested for terrorist offences are aged under 18. Ghaffar Hussain, a counter-terrorism expert and former Prevent manager, said: 'It is not surprising referrals went up since Adolescence was broadcast, as it tapped into a serious concern – extremist misogyny among young boys.'
Daily Mail
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- Daily Mail
Strictly rocked by fresh scandal amid 'drug probe' after staffer claims they were offered cocaine by show star during wild alcohol fuelled afterparty
Strictly Come Dancing has been rocked by further scandal after a staffer claimed they were offered cocaine by one of the show's stars. This comes amid the revelation that the broadcaster had hired a law firm to probe allegations of drug taking by two individuals. In the latest turn of events a member of the crew, who reportedly worked on show for a decade until 2023, has broken their silence on Strictly's wild behind the scenes parties which they claimed were fulled by drink and drugs. He told The Sun: 'The main partying is on site at Elstree after filming of the live show has finished. Boozing and drug taking goes on until 3am, sometimes 4am. The smoking area outside is a hive of activity. Cocaine gets taken there'. He went on to claim that drug use was so common on the show, that when he found a suspicious bag of white powder, a unfazed senior producer told him to 'leave it on my desk' as the incident failed to raise even an eyebrow. The staff member also said the show's annual special filmed at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom was an especially 'big party night' full of debauchery. 'I was offered cocaine by a star at an after show party. Lots of people would go back to the hotel. It was a closed-off party, just for the cast and crew. It went on until 5am, even to 6am, it was insane. People were wired and you could see it in their eyes'. A BBC spokesperson told Daily Mail: 'We have clear protocols and policies in place for dealing with any serious complaint raised with us. We would always encourage people to speak to us if they have concerns. It would not be appropriate for us to comment further.' Meanwhile one of the stars involved in the drugs probe was also suspected of drinking while working on the show after crew smelt alcohol on their breath. The Sun alleged that it was widely known that the pair, who have not been named, took the Class A substance, and that one of these Strictly performers were known for being a drinker. The publication have now reported that junior members of the team were asked to keep an eye on them during last year's show and to look for signs that they may have been boozing during work hours. A TV insider said: 'The person in question is renowned for loving to party, and that is a major problem when it impacts on their ability to do the job they need to do on Strictly in a safe and professional manner. 'It's not just about something being illegal or legal, it's about the BBC 's workplace policies and how the behaviour of certain individuals can impact on their work colleagues. 'On a very physical show like Strictly, with lots of sets and moving parts, the idea of someone being intoxicated in any way is wholly unacceptable.' A BBC spokesperson told Daily Mail: We do not recognise these claims and any suggestion that anyone has been asked to monitor an individual is completely untrue. BBC bosses are reportedly set to offer professional support to two stars of hit dancing show Strictly, amid allegations they took cocaine on the programme. It was revealed the broadcaster has hired a law firm to probe allegations of drug taking by two individuals, whose drug use is said to be 'well-known' on the show. The claims were reportedly made in a legal submission to the BBC by law firm Russells back in March, on behalf of former contestant Wynne Evans. A source told the newspaper: 'The BBC is taking the allegations really seriously. 'Bosses are aware of the two stars in question and have a duty of care to make sure they're okay. 'As per BBC policy, the option of specialised professional support is on the table and will be offered.' They added: 'While drug testing won't happen on the main show, bosses are considering bringing in random checks for the tour next year. 'The BBC needs to be sure nothing illegal is going on. It all depends on what the investigation finds.' The shock allegations come just amid a long period of controversy for the BBC and Strictly over the past year or so. He used a vile sexual innuendo and was also caught up in a 'wandering hand' incident with dance partner Katya Jones [pictured with Wynne], who seemed to remove his arm from her lower waist on the show In July last year, more than six months after quitting the show citing 'personal reasons', actress Amanda Abbington accused pro dancer Giovanni Pernice of 'unnecessary, cruel and mean behaviour' during their time dancing together on Strictly. Giovanni rejected the claims immediately, and a BBC investigation ruled in September that her claims of physical aggression and threatening behaviour were not upheld. When BBC bosses published their report into Giovanni's behaviour, it cleared him of the most serious allegations of physical aggression, but upheld verbal bullying and harassment. Complaints of verbal bullying and harassment meant the BBC issued an apology to Amanda, but Giovanni said he was 'pleased the report has not found any evidence of threatening or abusive behaviour '. Elsewhere, the show was plunged into crisis after Welsh opera singer Wynne Evans made a controversial joke during his time preparing for the Strictly tour in January. He used a vile sexual innuendo and was also caught up in a 'wandering hand' incident with dance partner Katya Jones , who seemed to remove his arm from her lower waist on the show. While his co-star John Torode [left] was also sacked after two decades over allegations that he used the N-word, which he claims to have 'absolutely no recollection' of After the BBC launched an investigation into his conduct, bosses decided not to renew his radio contract for his show. The TV star confirmed in May that they will not be renewing his one-year rolling contract following a four-month investigation after the inappropriate comments made during his time on Strictly. Elsewhere, in further scandals for the BBC, Gregg Wallace was recently dismissed from MasterChef after more than 40 complaints against him were upheld following a BBC investigation. While his co-star John Torode was also sacked after two decades over allegations that he used the N-word, which he claims to have 'absolutely no recollection' of. In separate further controversy, it's recently been reported that Naga Munchetty could face an investigation from BBC bosses after she was accused of bullying a junior colleague. The BBC Breakfast host, 50, has been placed 'under review' while bosses consider escalating complaints to a formal investigation, The Sun reports. A source said higher-ups had heard from several colleagues and logged concerns over her 'hard' and 'bullying' behaviour on the breakfast show, as well as her Radio 5 Live show.
The Sun
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- The Sun
Former Man Utd star Brandon Williams set for return to football after 14 months with medical booked
FORMER Manchester United star Brandon Williams is closing in on a transfer to a Championship club as he bids to rebuild his career. Williams, 24, has been without a club for more than a year following the expiration of his contract at Old Trafford. 2 2 But he is now in line to join Hull after the Tigers won the hunt for the Mancunian amid interest from rivals in the second tier and overseas, according to the Daily Mail. A trial with the club piqued interest after his form and attitude left key personnel impressed. And the report adds that Williams now has a medical booked in at the East Yorkshire club next week. The full-back broke through at United at the age of 19 and went on to make 51 appearances for the club in all competitions. However, the Carrington graduate spent the final two years of his United contract on loan at Norwich and Ipswich before he was released to end a 16-year association with the Red Devils. Off the field he was also dogged by personal issues, including being found to have been driving erratically on the A34 when he crashed his Audi A3 in a horror 99mph crash. Williams avoided jail for the 2023 incident, which had come after he was caught with a balloon in his mouth, following a guilty plea to dangerous driving and driving without third party insurance. He was handed a 14-month sentence, suspended for two years, and banned from driving for three years in May of this year at Chester Crown Court. Williams spoke candidly about his career when appearing on Ben Foster 's Fozcast podcast, revealing how he had struggled to get out of bed on some of his "dark days". He added in the April chat: "It hurts me watching football now because I just want to be there, I just want to play. "I miss being in a team, I miss being on the coach, I just think it's that thing where it gets too much for somebody sometimes." Williams, who has represented England at U20 and U21 level continued: "Maybe I needed that break, just take everything in to reset." If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please call the Samaritans for free on 116123.
