BBC fights Blue Peter badge sales
Published March 27th, 2006
The BBC is tackling the sale of large volumes of Blue Peter badges on internet auction site eBay.
The badges, awarded to young viewers who contribute to the programme, are touted as a way to gain free entry to museums and stately homes by vendors.
A BBC spokesman said it was looking at ways to verify a badge belonged to its rightful owner.
The badges, which carry the programme’s famous ship motif, have been presented to celebrities, including Brad Pitt.
On Monday morning there were 18 Blue Peter badge auctions taking place on eBay, with prices ranging from 99p to £49.50.
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