Andrews Government slams Channel 10 program Hunted for ‘failing to get a permit’ to film on Metro
The Andrews Government has criticized the creators of Channel 10’s new reality show Hunted for ‘not applying for a permit’ before filming inside Victoria’s Metro rail network.
Produced by Endemol Shine, Hunted follows 18 contestants on a run as they try to avoid being caught by a group of former intelligence and police officers.
Hunted, which was filmed in Victoria earlier this year, includes some scenes shot at Flinders Street station and inside public carriages.
The Andrews Government has criticized the creators of Channel 10’s new reality show Hunted for ‘not applying for a permit’ before filming inside Victoria’s Metro rail network. Pictured is the cast of Hunted
The production was supported by government travel agency Visit Victoria, who touted the show as a unique way to attract interstate travelers in the wake of the pandemic.
However, this week, the government itself also publicly criticized manufacturers for not complying with red tape regulations.
Speaking to The Herald Sun, a spokesperson for Victoria Metro confirmed Endemol Shine ‘did not apply for a permit before filming’ on the rail network.
Hunted, which was filmed in Victoria earlier this year, includes some scenes shot at Flinders Street station and inside public carriages. Pictured is a scene from Hunted that was filmed at Flinders Street Station
The production was supported by government travel agency Visit Victoria, who touted the show as a unique way to attract interstate travelers in the wake of the pandemic. However, this week, the government itself also publicly criticized manufacturers for not complying with red tape regulations. Pictured is Victoria Premiere Dan Andrews
Metro’s website states that applicants must receive ‘express permission from Metro Trains Melbourne prior to arriving at a Metro facility to film and take photographs’.
“This is unacceptable as Metro has strict rules for filming that should have been followed to ensure the safety of staff and passengers,” a spokesperson said.
‘We have written to the relevant production company to remind them of their obligation to obtain a permit prior to filming.’
Speaking to The Herald Sun, a spokesperson for Victoria Metro confirmed Endemol Shine ‘did not apply for a permit before filming’ on the rail network. In the photo, the contestants are hunted to buy tickets at Flinders Street station in the show
The Herald Sun reports that Government authorities are ‘angry’ about the breach. Contestants are sought after in the photo
The Herald Sun reports that Government authorities are ‘angry’ about the breach.
Public Transport Minister Ben Carroll also told the publication that ‘appropriate action’ had been taken to prevent such violations from recurring.
The Andrews-led Victorian Labor Government has made quite a splash with its draconian regulations in recent years.
Mr Andrews has even nicknamed himself ‘Dictator Dan’ for his tough response to the Covid pandemic.
He pulled Victoria through the longest lockdown in the world after plunging the state into six 262-day lockdowns.
The Andrews-led Victorian Labor Government has created quite a buzz about its draconian regulations in recent years
Source: | Dailymail.co.uk