BBC Boss Urges Staff To “Recognize The Pressure” Placed On Scott Mills’ Team After Shock Sacking Of Top Radio Presenter

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The BBC’s acting boss has urged staffers to recognize the “pressure” placed on Scott Mills’ team following the swift sacking of the top radio presenter.

Mills’ exit was revealed this morning following allegations over his personal conduct, which we understand involve a past relationship.

Making his first remarks about Mills, who presented the popular BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show and was with the BBC for nearly 30 years, Rhodri Talfan Davies said: “I just want to recognise the pressure this puts on [the Radio 2 team], many of whom have worked with Scott for many years.”

“Of course, it will also be a shock to our audience and loyal Radio 2 Breakfast Show listeners,” added Talfan Davies. “The Radio 2 team will update everyone with more information on plans for the show when they are able to. As Lorna Clarke, our Director of Music, acknowledged in

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