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Why add a note, not remove it?

The BBC adding a note to the Panorama episode, rather than removing it, reflects the legal principle of 'innocent until proven guilty'. While Evri has made a claim, it hasn't been proven in court yet. The note informs viewers about the ongoing legal challenge without pre-judging the outcome.

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