Jo Brand: The comedian will return to BBC radio 4 on Thursday (Image: GETTY)
Ms Brand had caused controversy earlier in the week after joke she made during the BBC programme, Heresy. The BBC was forced to apologise for any offence caused after Ms Brand said: “Why bother with a milkshake when you could get some battery acid?” Met Police also confirmed that they will take no further action over the joke following a brief investigation in the Ms Brand’s “crass” joke.
According to The Daily Telegraph, internally, the BBC is supporting the comedian who is due to appear on air on Thursday evening at 11.00pm for VIP RIP - a show which looks back on the lives of celebrities who have died that week.
An insider told The Daily Telegraph: “Jo Brand is a much-loved comedian and part of the Radio 4 family – she will continue to be so, and will continue to appear on our programmes.”
Following the joke, Ms Brand was widely criticised and as result the comedian has pulled out of an event with the Alzheimer’s society on Saturday.
A statement issued by the society said: “Unfortunately in light of recent events, Jo’s schedule has now changed and she’s not able to attend the Buzz Bingo event, celebrating their contribution to Alzheimer’s Society.”
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