MPs ask Channel 4 for answers over 'horrifying' Married At First Sight allegations
A group of MPs has requested answers from Channel 4 regarding serious allegations related to the reality series Married at First Sight UK. These allegations include claims of rape and non-consensual acts made by former contestants. The House of Commons Culture, Media and Sport Committee is seeking clarity on the network's complaint processes and duty of care for participants.
- ▪MPs have written to Channel 4 about allegations from contestants on Married at First Sight UK.
- ▪The allegations include claims of rape and non-consensual acts by on-screen husbands.
- ▪Channel 4 has initiated an external review of welfare on the show in response to these allegations.
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MPs ask Channel 4 for answers over 'horrifying' Married At First Sight allegationsJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleSteven McIntoshGetty ImagesA group of MPs has written to Channel 4 to ask for answers about what they say are "horrifying" allegations relating to reality series Married at First Sight UK.A recent investigation by BBC Panorama heard from two women who said they were raped by their on-screen husbands, and a third who alleged a non-consensual sex act.The House of Commons Culture, Media and Sport Committee has written to both Channel 4 and broadcast regulator Ofcom with questions about their actions and responses to the claims."The horrifying allegations about Married at First Sight raise serious concerns over whether enough is being done to protect people taking part…
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