“Four Corners episodes breached ABC's editorial standards, ombudsman finds”

Key points

• Ombudsman found Four Corners episodes breached accuracy, fairness, and independence standards.
• Two stories by sacked reporter Mahmood Fazal were identified as failing verification and anonymous sourcing rules.
• ABC has withdrawn the affected episodes Cocaine Nation and Meth Highway and others were previously removed.
• Seven recommendations were made, including changes to anonymity rules and additional training.
• ABC says it accepts the recommendations and has begun implementing them.