The Latest Breaking News from John Torode

Culture secretary says she won’t watch last episodes with Gregg Wallace and John Torode, but that it’s ‘not for me’ to tell BBC what it can air

Critics claimed airing the new series is ‘distressing’ for those who spoke out against Wallace and Torode and ‘rewards bad behaviour’

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New episodes see chatter between hosts and chefs pared back

The BBC confirmed last month the series, which was filmed last year, would broadcast in August.

Here's how to watch "MasterChef UK" season 21 from anywhere. The BBC has cut ties with presenters Gregg Wallace and John Torode but is airing the series as normal.

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The actress and presenter seemed in good spirits as she enthused about working with the ‘loveliest team’

‘It’s inexcusable’ said the BBC presenter

Bectu and Fawcett Society say airing show will distress those who complained about Gregg Wallace and John Torode

The broadcaster is facing pressure from a constestant, the broadcast union, leading women’s charities, and women who filed complaints against the show’s presenters