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Daily Mirror UK|September 11, 2024
Strictly staff forced to hand over their phones in Giovanni probe
TOM BRYANT
Let's see what you knew...

BBC staff have had their emails, texts and WhatsApps examined as part of the Strictly Come Dancing bullying probe.

Members of the crew have had their phones searched for references to Giovanni Pernice or Amanda Abbington, who made allegations against the pro dancer.

The "subject access request" is understood to have been made to the BBC by Amanda's team, to provide any personal data or information that might shed light on Gio and Amanda's relationship.

A source said: "People complied with it in the hope that it shoots down any claims of a cover-up." The investigation was launched by the corporation following allegations that Amanda was subjected to "nasty" bullying by Giovanni for the duration of last year's show.

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