"The team were dealing with a live situation, but with hindsight, we should have pulled the stream during the performance," a statement from the U.K. public broadcaster said.

It comes after Ofcom said it had asked the BBC why controversial remarks made by the band were broadcast live.

Bob Vylan, known for mixing grime and punk rock, tackle a range of issues including racism, homophobia and the class divide in their songs and have previously voiced support for Palestinians.