Strictly's Shayne Ward opens up on training with chaperones present after the BBC introduced new duty of care protocols amid bullying and abuse allegations Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com READ MORE: Full list of claims against Strictly Come Dancing professionals By Carolina Piras For Mailonline and Molly Clayton Showbusiness Correspondent Published: 18:59 EDT, 8 September 2024 | Updated: 19:01 EDT, 8 September 2024 e-mail View comments Shayne Ward has lifted the lid on working with the newly-introduced chaperones on Strictly Come Dancing, amid the ongoing bullying and abuse allegations that have engulfed the show. The Coronation Street star, 39, shared insight into the BBC's new duty of care protocols, as the celebrities and pros prepare for the 20th series, which kicks off on September 14.
Detailing how chaperones have been present during the training sessions, Shayne told MailOnline: 'You can't see them, but they're there. If you ever need them, just call and they're there.' 'If you need that duty of care or if you feel like you need anything, something on your mind or worried about anything, or just have a chat, they're there.
' The singer added: 'They're not on your shoulder, just sat away in a corner.' Shayne Ward has lifted the lid on working with the newly-introduced chaperones on Strictly Come Dancing, amid the ongoing bullying and abuse allegations that have engulfed the show The Coronation Street star, 39, shared insight into the BBC's new duty of care.