Watch: BBC chief Tim Davie addresses Strictly future amid show scandal

BBC director general, Tim Davie, addressed Strictly Come Dancing allegations.Source: BBC / PA

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00:00I did want to say something on Strictly, which is obviously in the headlines.

00:05Strictly is a wonderful show that brings a lot of joy to a lot of people and has done so for 20

00:12years. To both those involved with the show itself and to millions of people at home.

00:18Hundreds of people, be they pros, contestants or crew, have been part of it and had a brilliant

00:24experience. At the same time, if someone feels there was something wrong or they want to talk

00:30about their experience, then of course we want them to raise that with us. And be in no doubt,

00:37we will take it seriously, listen and deal with it as appropriately, as appropriate.

00:43And while I'm not going to talk about individuals, you can see evidence of that in recent weeks.

00:48So I hope that anyone who does want to talk to us feels they can. It is vital, of course,

00:55that we have the right protocols and structures in place for the show. We keep these under review

01:00and as you know, we confirmed changes to these last week. It is essential these are right for

01:08everyone. Of course, alongside the fun and entertainment, there will be a degree of

01:14competitiveness, hard work and a will to do well. That's part of what makes this show.

01:20But there are limits and the line should never be crossed.

01:24We will never tolerate unacceptable behaviour of any kind.

01:29Meanwhile, we do have a brilliant line-up for this year, who I'm sure are itching to get going.

01:35And you'll hear more about this in the coming weeks.