BBC apologises to the Queen

September 26, 2012 13:23

The British Broadcasting Corporation has apologised to Queen Elizabeth II for revealing her concerns over the failure of British officials to arrest radical Muslim cleric Abu Hamza.

The apology comes after security correspondent Frank Gardner told BBC Radio 4 of a private conversation he had had with the Queen some years ago. The BBC said it and Gardner were sorry for the 'breach of confidence', which both 'deeply regret'.

"This morning on the Today programme, our correspondent Frank Gardner revealed details of a private conversation which took place some years ago with the Queen,' the BBC said in a statement.

"The conversation should have remained private, and the BBC and Frank deeply regret this breach of confidence. It was wholly inappropriate. Frank is extremely sorry for the embarrassment caused and has apologised to the Palace," the statement added.

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