Strictly Business: The Unsettling Silence on Workplace Abuse in TV Production The recent out of court settlement between Amanda Abbington and the BBC over allegations of bullying on Strictly Come Dancing highlights a disturbing trend in British television production.
The corporation's willingness to quietly resolve high profile conflicts rather than addressing systemic issues head on has significant implications, extending beyond the confines of the popular dance show.
A review of Abbington's allegations by the BBC found that while some complaints against her professional partner Giovanni Pernice were upheld, no findings related to physical aggression were made.