About this episode

The episode discusses allegations of sexually exploitative and predatory behavior against West Ham owner David Sullivan, featuring insights from investigative reporters.

The billionaire David Sullivan has been accused of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour by several women dating back to the 1980s. In a joint investigation with the BBC, The Times has spoken to seven women about their experiences.  In his statement on 4 June, Sullivan announced his immediate resignation as joint-chair and director of West Ham, saying the “false allegations” had been “sensationalised” and none related to his time in football. He added: “After a lifetime spent building businesses in the adult industry in which I have met thousands of women, it is sadly inevitable that a small number of improper conduct claims are being made against me. I categorically deny these claims.” Before publication, Sullivan said that he reserved his legal rights in relation to “false or defamatory allegations” and would not be commenting further at this stage. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guests:  Charlotte Wace, investigations correspondent, The Times.  Shanti Das, senior investigations reporter, The Times.  Host: Manveen Rana…

People in this episode

Host: Manveen Rana

Guests: Charlotte Wace, Shanti Das

Topics covered

• sexual exploitation
• predatory behavior
• investigation
• West Ham
• David Sullivan
• women's rights

Keywords

• David Sullivan
• West Ham
• sexual exploitation
• predatory behavior
• investigation
• BBC
• The Times

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Organizations: The Times, BBC, The Sunday Times

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