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Strictly's Shayne Ward opens up on training with chaperones present after the BBC introduced new duty of care protocols amid bullying and abuse allegations


The Coronation Street star, 39, detailed working out for the hit BBC dancing show as celebrities and pros prepare to come back for the series' 20th anniversary on September 14.

Shayne Ward has lifted the lid on working with the newly-introduced chaperones on Strictly Come Dancing, amid the ongoing bullying and abuse allegations that have engulfed the show 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. It comes after the dancing contest has been plunged into chaos as a number of allegations of abuse from professionals have come to light - as both pro dancers Giovanni Pernice (pictured) and Graziano both being accused of misconduct

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