A complaint was received regarding the airing of a song in which the word “fucking” was used. The so
ng had been played by mistake due to a technical error with the broadcaster’s computer system. The broadcaster took internal steps to correct the error and to ensure that it does not recur. The broadcaster further apologised to the Tribunal and agreed to send a written apology to the complainant. As the song was broadcast at a time when large numbers of pre-school children were likely to listen to the broadcast, it was found to be a contravention of the Code and the complaint was consequently upheld. However, no sanction was imposed in the light of the apology and the steps taken to remedy the contravention.
[2007] JOL 20339 (BCTSA)