Questions over broadcasters’ responsibilities towards those who appear on showsThe cancellation of The Jeremy Kyle Show has left ITV in the middle of one of the biggest British broadcasting scandals in recent years, with the company facing a parliamentary inquiry into the treatment of reality TV guests and the risk of the issue damaging next month’s return of the highly profitable Love Island franchise.It also raises questions about the extent to which a broadcaster can be held responsible for the actions of individuals who voluntarily choose to appear on programmes. ITV insiders and those at other production companies are now pondering whether it is possible to create the drama necessary for compelling reality TV without damaging the individuals who provide the raw material. Continue reading…
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