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From Sy News:

Updated: 14:44, Friday March 09, 2007

No arrests will be made relating to the Big Brother racism row, Herts police have confirmed.

The Crown Prosecution Service has decided that what occurred was "clearly offensive" but "not criminal".

The row sparked a diplomatic incident following the treatment of the Channel 4 show's eventual winner Shilpa Shetty.

Hertfordshire Police said: "Following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service, it was felt that it would not be in the public interest to effect arrests or to pursue footage through the courts."

Detective Inspector Jeeta Aulak, who ran the inquiry, said: "The investigation was balanced, considering all complaints received.

"During inquiries, we liaised with the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) and the Commission for Racial Equality (CRE). This was to ensure that all issues were considered and responded to.

"The CRE were happy with our response and investigation."

Assistant Chief Constable Simon Parr said: "Our investigation has now concluded and a file has been handed across to the CPS.

"In the absence of complaint from any of the housemates regarding behaviour - including behaviour that was not broadcast - the CPS has concluded that whilst what occurred was clearly offensive, it was not criminal."