Nine commissions independent review into ‘broader cultural issues’ after complaints against former TV news boss

Chief executive Mike Sneesby acknowledges very tough time' for staff and distress and frustration' reports on allegations had caused

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Nine Entertainment has commissioned an independent review after acknowledging alleged inappropriate behaviour and broader cultural issues" in its television newsrooms.

In an email to staff sent on Monday, Nine's chief executive, Mike Sneesby, noted the very tough time" employees had experienced after media reports on how management handled allegations of inappropriate behaviour by former television news boss Darren Wick.

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