BBC broadcaster Clive Myrie has apologized for failing to declare at least £145,000 earned from external events, attributing the oversight to “administrative issues.” The presenter announced he would stop participating in paid events outside his BBC role for the “foreseeable future,” except for pre-existing commitments.

Myrie acknowledged the error on social media, stating that he had not filled out the correct paperwork for some events, which led to undeclared earnings dating back to 2021. Among the undeclared engagements were several high-paying events, including chairing a debate at GreenTalks Live and speaking at a dinner hosted by ING bank, both of which earned him over £10,000 per appearance.

The BBC introduced a register for external events in 2021 to ensure transparency and impartiality among its on-air staff. The broadcaster has since published retrospective entries for Myrie’s undeclared work in the 2024 register, emphasizing its commitment to maintaining high standards.

In response, the BBC stated it had reminded employees of their responsibilities and would take disciplinary action where necessary. Myrie, one of the BBC’s highest-paid presenters, earns over £310,000 annually, not including fees from his role as host of Mastermind.