Former BBC Specialists Undergo Members of Parliament's Inquiry In the Wake of Claims of Bias in Unauthorized Memorandum

We begin with questions from Tory Member of Parliament the committee chair, who oversees the group.

She opens by offering background to the leaked memo authored by Michael Prescott and published in the Telegraph.

"I don't want the British Broadcasting Corporation slanting toward one side or the other, I just want it balanced, fair and equitable," he states.

When asked whether he believes the BBC is institutionally biased, Prescott answers: "Absolutely not. It is important to note, numerous aspects the BBC produces is exceptional - both factual and entertainment shows."

Nevertheless, he states: "There remains substantial tasks that must be undertaken at the BBC."

A further ex-adviser British Broadcasting Corporation consultant examined by the group, Caroline Daniel, says she takes the BBC very seriously and that it operates a "continuous process and vigorous discourse" on dynamic and complex subjects.

"Did the BBC ready to engage in a genuine discussion and argument and take action?" she asks herself. "From my perspective, affirmative, they were."