We appreciate the seriousness of the current situation there and can assure you there was no intention to cause any offence with these remarks.
Comedy is one of the most subjective areas of programming and while no subject is off limits we appreciate that some jokes may resonate differently for those with personal experience of a particular situation.
Y a pas à dire, la BBC sait formuler ses statements. :)

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