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Sonja Jessup
Verified
Home Affairs Correspondent and Presenter, BBC
London
Beats
politics., conservation music, birdwatching cultural history,Natural history
I rant about anything that needs ranting..
Content
By Jess Warren, Sonja Jessup Verified| Bottom Line@ Image source, Met PoliceImage caption, Hani Hicham Abou El Kheir, 16, was stabbed and killed in January 2013BBC London correspondent The mother of a 16-year-old boy who was stabbed and killed in central London said "people shouldn't get away with such a barbaric act". Hani Hicham Abou El Kheir died on 27 January 2013 and five men were convicted of his murder following a trial at the Old Bailey in January 2014.
By Sonja Jessup Verified| BBC News Verified Woman who reported predatory officer blamed by MetSonja JessupBBC London Home Affairs CorrespondentBBCLorraine says she suspected the Met did not investigate her complaints because it had incorrectly recorded she had mental health issuesA woman who was groomed by a predatory police officer has received an apology from the Metropolitan Police after the force blamed her and spread false information about her mental health instead of investigating him.
By Jess Warren, Sonja Jessup Verified| Bottom Line@ Image source, Met PoliceImage caption, Hani Hicham Abou El Kheir, 16, was stabbed and killed in January 2013BBC London correspondent The mother of a 16-year-old boy who was stabbed and killed in central London said "people shouldn't get away with such a barbaric act". Hani Hicham Abou El Kheir died on 27 January 2013 and five men were convicted of his murder following a trial at the Old Bailey in January 2014.
Company Info
BBC
BBC News is the news division of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), established in 1922. It is the largest broadcast news organization in the world, employing around 5,500 journalists and 7,000 staff globally. The organization produces over 120 hours of content daily across radio, television, and digital platforms, with its headquarters located in London and 50 international bureaus staffed by more than 250 foreign correspondents. BBC News provides comprehensive news coverage through its TV channel, regional programs, and specialized services. It delivers news via BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service, and local stations, while its digital platforms offer live updates and multimedia content. The division produces flagship news programs, in-depth documentaries, and podcasts, catering to both UK residents and international audiences. Funded primarily by the UK television license fee, BBC News focuses on delivering impartial news without subscription fees for its core services.
London, England, United Kingdom
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Founded: 1922