John Davidson to watch Bafta Scotland awards from separate room

John Davidson, a Tourette syndrome campaigner, had an involuntary outburst during the February Bafta film awards, including shouting and using offensive language whilst actors were presenting, which caused significant disruption and sparked a crisis for Bafta and the BBC. The incident raised important questions about disability accommodation and event management at major ceremonies.

Following an independent review, Bafta has announced strengthened safeguarding and compliance processes. For the November Bafta Scotland awards, Davidson will watch the ceremony via video link from a separate "relaxed" space within the venue, an arrangement made in consultation with safeguarding and inclusion experts and according to his own suggestion. His film "I Swear", based on his life, is the leading contender with seven nominations at the Scottish awards.