This Morning star Alison Hammond has spoken of her 'massive relief' after ITV's external barrister finally closed the book on the long-running investigation into the show's culture, a saga sparked by Dr. Ranj Singh's allegations.
In an emotional and candid revelation, the beloved presenter admitted the cloud hanging over the flagship daytime programme had taken its toll, making the conclusion of the probe a watershed moment for everyone involved.
A Weight Lifted for the This Morning Family
'Honestly, it's just a massive relief that it's over,' Alison confessed, her words echoing the sentiments of colleagues and viewers alike. The investigation, led by a top KC, was launched after Dr. Ranj went public with claims of a 'toxic' environment behind the scenes, which he said he felt compelled to escalate to management.
The probe meticulously examined the facts following his departure in 2021 and the subsequent, more recent, scandals that rocked the show, leading to the exits of both Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby.
Moving Forward with Positivity and Purpose
With the investigation now complete and ITV accepting the recommendations, Alison is looking firmly to the future. Her focus, and that of the show, is on rebuilding the trust of its millions of loyal viewers and reinforcing the positive, warm atmosphere that has made it a teatime staple for decades.
'We can just move on now and start again, really,' she stated with palpable optimism, signalling a new chapter for the programme as it continues its journey with her and Dermot O'Leary at the helm on Fridays.
