Strictly: further allegations emerge about behaviour of Giovanni Pernice

As BBC prepares to publish investigation findings, Laura Whitmore says she raised concerns eight years ago

The BBC is due to publish the findings of its investigation into the conduct of the professional dancer Giovanni Pernice as more allegations emerge about his treatment of celebrity partners on Strictly Come Dancing.

The TV presenter Laura Whitmore released a statement on Saturday alleging she was subjected to “inappropriate behaviour” during her time on the show in 2016, and said she had raised concerns eight years ago.