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BBC issues statement on Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice furore

Amid claims surrounding Strictly star Amanda Abbington and her time on the show, the BBC has issued a statement. Read in full here.

“Strictly Come Dancing has always taken duty of care incredibly seriously and there is a constant dialogue between senior members of the production team and the contestants to ensure any concerns are addressed swiftly.” “Strictly has a proud track record as a joyful, positive experience where robust support and assistance is always made available at every stage of the production,” the statement concluded. On Monday, reports alleged that Giovanni’s former celebrity partners Richie Anderson, Ranvir Singh, and Laura Whitmore all also experienced fraught relationships with the star.

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