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MasterChef to continue for at least four more years

MasterChef to continue for at least four more years
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MasterChef will remain on air for at least the next four years despite recent controversy surrounding the show.

MasterChef will remain on air for at least the next four years despite the recent allegations against host Gregg Wallace, production company Banijay has confirmed.

The 60-year-old stepped down from his role, which he has held for the last 20 years, last week after multiple women came forward with claims that he had made inappropriate remarks on the set of the cookery competition, as well as other shows.

MasterChef is one of the BBC's flagship brands, with not only the main show a key part of the BBC One schedule but also spinoffs Celebrity MasterChef and MasterChef: The Professionals, as well as Young MasterChef on BBC Three.

In a statement today, industry union Bectu said that it had received assurances that the hundreds of crew who work on the shows will not lose their jobs in the wake of the scandal.

It read: "Following the terrible revelations about alleged unacceptable behaviour by Gregg Wallace, a number of MasterChef freelancers approached us, afraid of losing their jobs.

"We have been in urgent talks with producers, Banijay. Today, we received positive news: Banijay has had 'absolute confirmation from the BBC that they are fully committed to the current series of MasterChef and the show for at least the next 4 years.'

"Filming will continue. We are delighted that Banijay and the BBC will stand by the talent behind MasterChef. We would urge anyone affected by the revelations to come forward in confidence, either to us, or to one of the many supportive groups involved.

"Bullying, harassment, unwanted sexual conduct or any behaviour that makes you feel uncomfortable is unacceptable. We will stand together and protect each other."

Wallace has vehemently denied the allegations against him.

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