A BBC News presenter corrected the phrase “pregnant people” to “women” live on air while reading from the teleprompter as she explained which groups were most at risk for heat-related illnesses.
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Martine Croxall was seen rolling her eyes as she defiantly amended the script, saying: “London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine has released research which says that nearly 600 heat-related deaths are expected in the UK.
“Malcom Mistry, who was involved in the research, says that the aged, pregnant people… women… and those with pre-existing health conditions need to take precautions.”
People quickly took to social media to voice their support, applauding Croxall for making the bold decision to correct the wording.
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