Michael Grade, Ofcom chair, says that television has become exploitative and cruel

Ofcom boss Lord Grade says TV has become more cruel and exploitative in chase for ratings. Lord Grade complains how ordinary people are replacing professional entertainers. Ofcom: 'Television has become increasingly exploitative and cruel in chase of ratings' Lord Grade: 'Ofcom has been wronged by the way of the world'

TV has become exploitative and cruel, says Ofcom chair Michael Grade. Ofcom chairman expresses concern about how the chase for audience ratings is harming the industry. The chase for ratings is hurting the industry, says Grade. The regulator has expressed concern about the impact of the ratings chase.