BBC Apologizes to Amanda Abbington After Strictly Come Dancing Investigation
The broadcaster upheld some complaints of verbal bullying but found no evidence of physical aggression by Giovanni Pernice.
- The BBC's investigation into Amanda Abbington's allegations against Giovanni Pernice concluded with an apology to Abbington.
- Complaints of verbal bullying by Pernice were upheld, but no evidence of physical aggression was found.
- New duty of care measures, including chaperones and welfare producers, have been introduced for Strictly Come Dancing.
- Abbington faced significant backlash, including threats and accusations, after making her complaints public.
- Pernice, who has since joined Italy's Ballando con le Stelle, expressed relief that the majority of allegations were not upheld.