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Edwina Currie says Strictly Come Dancing needs to go back to its roots as 'weekend entertainment' amid Graziano Di Prima misconduct probe


Former Tory MP Edwina, 77, who starred on the BBC competition in 2011, has now weighed in on the debate, claiming they 'need a different kind of teachers.'

Former Tory MP Edwina, 77, who starred on the BBC competition in 2011, has now weighed in on the debate, claiming they 'need a different kind of teachers' (pictured on the show with Vincent Simone) The new measures include a member of the production team being present during training room rehearsals at all times, and increased support for both celebrity contestants and the professional dancers. Kate Phillips, BBC's Director of Unscripted, said: 'Whilst we know our shows have been positive experiences for the vast majority of those who have taken part, if issues are raised with us, or we're made aware of inappropriate behaviour, we will always take that seriously and act.

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