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TV Exec's Drunken Rugby Rant Settled
13 Apr
Summary
- An executive was fired after allegedly abusing a rugby star at an after-party.
- The former executive claimed significant financial damages for loss of earnings.
- A confidential financial settlement concluded the legal dispute between parties.
A former chief content officer at S4C, Llinos Griffin-Williams, aged 42, has settled a legal claim against the Welsh broadcaster. The dispute arose after Ms Griffin-Williams was dismissed for gross misconduct following an alleged drunken tirade against former Wales rugby player Mike Phillips at a 2023 Rugby World Cup after-party.
Ms Griffin-Williams, who had been headhunted for the £124,000-a-year role, reportedly insulted Mr Phillips regarding his Welsh language ability and threatened production companies. She subsequently claimed £565,000 for loss of earnings, reputational damage, and injury to her feelings and health.
The TV station, which receives significant funding through the BBC licence fee, confirmed the settlement of a High Court data protection claim. The terms of the agreement are confidential, and the settlement was reached without any admission of liability.
In a separate case, former chief executive Sian Doyle also received a settlement understood to be over £500,000 after being sacked for alleged bullying. Both cases highlight significant legal disputes within the broadcaster.
