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A BBC presenter has been taken off air after allegations that he paid a teenager for sexual photos. The presenter, who has not been named, is accused of paying more than £35,000 in exchange for explicit images. The allegations were first reported by The Sun newspaper, which said that the presenter had been in contact with the teenager for several years.
The BBC has said that it is taking the allegations "very seriously" and that it is "investigating" the matter. The presenter has not commented on the allegations.
The allegations have come at a time when the BBC is facing increasing scrutiny over its handling of sexual misconduct allegations. In recent years, the BBC has been criticized for its handling of allegations against former presenter Jimmy Savile and former Newsnight editor Peter Rippon.
The allegations against the BBC presenter have also raised questions about the culture at the BBC. Some have questioned whether the BBC is doing enough to protect young people from exploitation.
The BBC has said that it is "committed to creating a safe and respectful workplace for everyone" and that it is "taking all allegations of this nature extremely seriously".
The BBC presenter who has been taken off air is a well-known figure and his alleged behavior has shocked many people. The allegations have also raised questions about the standards of behavior expected of BBC presenters.
The BBC is currently investigating the allegations and it is not clear what the outcome of the investigation will be. However, the allegations have already had a significant impact on the BBC and it is likely that the BBC will face further scrutiny in the coming months.
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