Adding up

The Sun reports that South Yorkshire Police spent £800,000 on their investigation into Sir Cliff Richard, which came to nought. The SYP accounts also have to cover compensation to the pop star, thought to be around £1m, as well as their court costs.

Still no sign of a settlement between Sir Cliff and the BBC. Meanwhile, in other possible challenges to BBC finances, the Guardian reports that helpful lawyers like Mishcon de Reya ("It's business. But it's personal") are working with BBC presenters miffed about pay parity.

The solicitors note that, if you feel you've got an issue about equal pay for equal work, you can go to a tribunal - as long as it's within six months of the perceived slight. The BBC revelations on top talent pay came in July, so cases have to be lodged by January.  There's no limit on compensation, and there's a chance of getting arrears over six years (five in Scotland) plus interest (though it would all be taxed).   It's also a good idea if the member of staff raises a "grievance" before going to the tribunal.