The BBC is facing growing scrutiny after a presenter on its popular cookery show drew an angry backlash for dismissing sexual misconduct allegations against him. Gregg Wallace, a long-time co-presenter on the cooking contest show “Masterchef,

The BBC should consider pausing Masterchef while Gregg Wallace is investigated, an MP has suggested. Rupa Huq, who is also a member of the Culture, Media and Sport Committee, said the continued broadcast of Masterchef could be "triggering" for the women involved.

Rupa Huq, a member of the Commons Culture Committee and Labour MP, said airing the programme on BBC One tonight could be 'triggering' for some of the women who have made allegations