Overview

• The BBC has confirmed it will not commission any further series of Hussain’s cookery show after more than ten years on air.
• A spokesperson said the decision was difficult and affirmed that Hussain remains a valued member of the BBC family.
• Hussain broke the news in a June 6 Instagram video, calling the move a “huge turning point” following her decade of series such as Nadiya Bakes and Nadiya’s British Food Adventure.
• She reflected on barriers she has faced as a Muslim woman in television and the industry’s failure to fully support her talent.
• Hussain said the change has given her freedom to choose projects and brand partners aligned with her values, and she signaled excitement about new collaborations ahead.