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The Papers: 'TV industry must tackle abuse' and Cameron tells PM 'Don't rejoin the EU'

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The Papers: 'TV industry must tackle abuse' and Cameron tells PM 'Don't rejoin the EU'

Many papers continue to lead on the fallout from the investigation by the Guardian and ITV News, in which David Walliams was accused by several women of sexual misconduct, inappropriate behaviour and abusing his position. Walliams has denied the allegations. According to the Guardian, ministers have warned the entertainment industry that it must bring in better protections for women and children, or face a "crackdown".

Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy is expected to meet leaders in the industry next week, it reports. The Times reports on the response from female comedians, who it says have "condemned" the use of non-disclosure agreements to protect famous men. It says comedian Lucy Beaumont is among those calling for better safeguarding, after she revealed that she had given information to journalists that were investigating the allegations against Walliams.

"Another mystery star bids to block claims" declares the Metro. It reports that a second celebrity has been granted a legal order to stop allegations of sexual misconduct being reported.