Jimmy Savile report: 'abusers could still be lurking in the BBC'

Leaked draft attacks 'deferential culture, untouchable stars and above the law' managers

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A leaked draft of the report into BBC culture during Jimmy Savile's time there attacks the organisation's culture and practices and claims that sexual predators could still be hidden within the organisation.

The damning report, led by retired judge Dame Janet Smith and obtained by Exaro News, also details the extent of the assaults carried out by the paedophile.

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