BBC boss knew Huw Edwards was arrested for most serious indecent images

Mr Davie also claimed that because Edwards remained suspended before his resignation in April, it meant there were no issues relating to BBC employees’ safety

Former BBC broadcaster Huw Edwards arriving at Westminster Magistrates’ Court (Aaron Chown/PA)

BBC boss Tim Davie has defended his decision to not fire Huw Edwards despite knowing he had been arrested in November over the most serious category of indecent images of children.

In an interview with BBC News, the corporation’s director-general was questioned on why he continued to employ the veteran broadcaster until April, when Edwards resigned on medical advice.