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SocietyRussell Brand rape conviction must be a ‘wake-up call’, culture secretary says

Culture secretary Lisa Nandy said Russell Brand’s rape and sexual assault conviction should prompt the media industry and wider society to confront failures to challenge his behaviour. She urged employers to protect whistleblowers, praised the women who came forward and called on media companies to join an independent body for reporting harassment and abuse.

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TThe Guardian★★★☆☆2026-11-06 16:53Original

Russell Brand rape conviction must be a ‘wake-up call’, culture secretary says
Russell Brand rape conviction must be a ‘wake-up call’, culture secretary saysSociety