BBC announces big change to Strictly in major win for Amanda Abbington | Celebrity News | Show and television

The BBC has vowed to tackle ‘abusive behaviour’ in a major win for Amanda Abbington following the Strictly Come Dancing harassment scandal. Today, they launched an inquiry into their “workplace culture”, with the aim of cracking down on “abuse of power”.

It follows a lengthy investigation into the Sherlock actress’ claims of “cruel and mean-spirited behaviour” by her dance partner Giovanni Pernice, which he vehemently denied, throwing the beloved show into chaos.

The BBC, however, apologized to Amanda last month but cleared Giovanni of the more serious allegations.

BBC chairman Samir Shah said: “I cannot stress enough that I am fully committed to tackling inappropriate or abusive behaviour. For most of us it is a joy to work for the BBC and this should be the everyone’s case

“No one who works at the BBC should ever feel fear or worry while working here.

“What I am clear about is that we need to ensure that the BBC is a safe, secure and welcoming place to work for everyone.”

The BBC investigation aims to “ensure that the consequences of inappropriate behavior and abuse of power are understood by everyone”.

A spokesman said the corporation intends to publish a report next spring.