BBC to publish annual report amid Strictly Come Dancing controversyBy Laura Harding, Deputy Entertainment EditorThe BBC will publish its annual report on Tuesday, amid controversy about the culture and treatment of contestants on Strictly Come Dancing. On Monday, former contestant Will Bayley said he suffered serious injury while performing a jump in rehearsals for the programme, and has claimed there was “no duty of care”. Photo by Lia TobyHis torn knee ligaments forced him to pull out of the series in 2019. Graziano Di Prima has left the show after allegations about his treatment of Love Island star McDermott. On July 16 the BBC said it would introduce measures to “strengthen welfare and support” on the show, including a chaperone who will be present “at all times” during training room rehearsals.

Source: Irish Independent July 23, 2024 13:25 UTC