BBC Faces New Allegations Involving Former Radio Host Scott Mills

The BBC has faced renewed scrutiny over its handling of sexual misconduct allegations involving former radio presenter Scott Mills. According to London's Metropolitan Police, Mills was questioned in 2018 regarding accusations of serious sexual offenses against a teenage boy under 16 years old. The alleged incidents reportedly occurred between 1997 and 2000, when Mills was in his twenties. Police opened the case in 2016, but prosecutors determined there was insufficient evidence to pursue charges, leading to the investigation's closure in 2019. The BBC acknowledged it became aware of the police inquiry in 2017 and stated it is conducting additional research to clarify what information was available at the time. A spokesperson confirmed that in recent weeks, the broadcaster obtained new details about Mills and engaged in direct discussions with him. This situation represents another in a series of controversies involving prominent BBC figures and sexual abuse claims in recent years. The publicly funded network has defended its response to these allegations as it continues to address ongoing concerns about its internal procedures.