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Comedian apologises after 'left-wing journalist' who shared antisemitic conspiracy theories appears on his BBC show

Apology from Nish Kumar conflicts with Mash Report spokesman's statement standing by decision to feature Steve Topple

December 6, 2018 14:25
Nish Kumar (right) apologised for hosting 'left-wing journalist' Steve Topple (left) on The Mash Report
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The host of a BBC comedy show which gave a platform to a “left-wing journalist” who promoted antisemitic conspiracy theories has apologised, promising to be “more judicious” in future.

Satirical current affairs programme The Mash Report came under fire this week after Steve Topple, who writes for left-wing website The Canary, appeared in a segment on the divide between the political left and right.