Chris Smith was stood down from the radio network and 24-hour news channel over an incident that took place over the weekend.
Sky News boss Paul Whittaker has joined radio network 2GB in terminating embattled broadcaster Chris Smith’s contract following complaints about his alleged behaviour towards several women after the 24-hour news channel’s Christmas party at the weekend.
“Following an investigation into allegations of serious misconduct, we have today advised Chris Smith that his contract with Sky News Australia has been terminated as a result of inappropriate behaviour that is in breach of his contract and company policy,” Whittaker said. “We continue to offer support to affected staff members whose welfare remains our primary concern.”
In the most recent ratings survey, released by GfK on Tuesday, Smith’s program – which runs from 9am to 1pm – led the weekend time slot with a 12.3 per cent share, up 0.5 points. “What he did on Saturday night, how he made a number of women feel, means that in my opinion he can never be on this network again,” Panahi told her viewers.“I am stunned that Chris still does drink at parties,” Bolt said. “That is a choice that Chris made and that is what I hold against him.” Sky News host Laura Jayes also took aim at Smith, posting “good riddance” on her Instagram account under a Sky News article about the incident.
Media sources said concerns about Smith’s behaviour on Saturday were raised with senior members of the Sky News executive team and were dealt with immediately.
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