Protest For Gaza, Against BBC Charity Broadcast refusal London

Protest for Gaza outside BBC London HQ, Against BBC Charity Broadcast refusal, London 24 Jan 2009 The BBC has been accused of "being complicit in denying humanitarian aid" to the people of Gaza after refusing to broadcast an appeal for emergency funds. Director General Mark Thompson is coming under increasing pressure to allow the screening of the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) film. He yesterday turned down an appeal from the International Development Secretary Douglas Alexander to reverse his decision not to show the appeal, fearing it could compromise the broadcaster's impartiality. Today health minister Ben Bradshaw claimed the decision was "inexplicable", while the Muslim Council for Britain said it would "severely jeopardize efforts to raise millions" for the aid effort. Much needed releif funds can be sent to the following: Disaster Emergency Commitee (DEC) Gaza Crisis PO BOX 999 LONDON EC3A 3AA Disasters Emergency Committee Gaza humanitarian appeal: Launched More.. by UK charities on 22 January to raise money for Gaza aid relief and reconstruction Participants: Action Aid, British Red Cross, Cafod, Care International, Christian Aid, Concern Worldwide, Help the Aged, Islamic Relief, Merlin, Oxfam, Save the Children, Tearfund, World Vision Information on 0370 60 60 900 or at DEC website

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