Mediaset confirms the dismissal of Fede

(ANSA) - Rome, November 5 - Broadcaster Mediaset confirmed it had terminated its collaboration with anchorman Emilio Fede at the end of October, a spokesperson from the media group belonging to Silvio Berlusconi told ANSA Wednesday.
    "The Board of Directors deliberated the termination of Emilio Fede's collaboration as of October 31" the spokesperson said. The 83-year-old journalist first reacted to the news published by newspaper La Stampa Wednesday morning saying he had not received any dismissal letter yet. Milan prosecutors are investigating Fede on suspicion of criminal association and slander.
    The probe kicked off three months ago and involves the alleged use of doctored pornographic photos to spark "a red-light scandal" to the detriment of several Mediaset employees. Fede was also convicted last year for procuring girls and organizing bunga bunga parties at the ex-premier's Arcore residence. He is out of jail pending appeal.