- John Torode stated he learned of his "sacking" from media reports and maintains he has no recollection of the alleged incident.
- The celebrity chef, 59, said he had not heard from the BBC or the production company Banijay UK.
- BBC Director-General Tim Davie condemned the "serious racist term" and affirmed the BBC's commitment to upholding its values.
- The allegation was substantiated by an independent investigation conducted by law firm Lewis Silkin, commissioned by production company Banijay UK.
- Both the BBC and Banijay UK have stated they will not tolerate racist language and are firm on the decision not to renew Torode's contract.
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