BBC Breakfast has found itself at the centre of a storm after viewers accused the show's presenters of behaving in an 'unprofessional' manner during an interview with Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride.
The controversy erupted when hosts Jon Kay and Sally Nugent appeared to laugh while discussing serious topics, including pension reforms and benefit changes, with the Conservative MP.
Many took to social media to express their frustration, with one viewer writing: 'This is supposed to be a serious interview about people's livelihoods, not a comedy sketch!'
Others criticised what they perceived as a lack of challenging questions, suggesting the presenters 'let the minister off the hook' on key policy issues.
The BBC has yet to respond publicly to the complaints, but media analysts suggest the incident highlights growing scrutiny of how political interviews are conducted on morning television.
This isn't the first time BBC Breakfast has faced criticism for its interviewing style. Earlier this year, the programme was accused of being 'too soft' on government ministers during cost-of-living crisis discussions.
