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BBC call latest Strictly rumour ‘pure speculation’

Claudia Winkleman Tess Daly

Reports suggesting Strictly Come Dancing would relocate from London to Salford for its 2026 series have been dismissed by the BBC.
A BBC spokesperson confirmed to The Independent that there are "no plans to move" the popular dancing competition, calling the claims "pure speculation".
The upcoming grand final will be the last episode for long-standing hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, who are departing the show.
Daly and Winkleman issued a joint statement, expressing their love for the show and confirming they always intended to leave together.
Lioness Karen Carney, YouTube star George Clarke, and actor Amber Davies will compete in the Strictly final for the Glitterball trophy.

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BBC denies Strictly is relocating to Manchester next year: ‘There are no plans to move’

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