United Kingdom

[GB] Rock Band Fails to Prove Discrimination in Choice of Playlist

IRIS 1997-6:1/10

Tony Prosser

University of Bristol Law School

The rock band Status Quo applied for judicial review of the BBC Radio One playlist, alleging that it discriminated against them and in favour of younger bands. The High Court held that there was not sufficient evidence to establish even an arguable case and, as proceedings had also been commenced in private law, the judicial review action against the public broadcaster could serve no useful purpose. The application was thus dismissed.