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Channel 4 pulls Great Celebrity Bake Off Scott Mills Episode
A spokesperson for Channel 4 said: “Having carefully considered the circumstances, we’ve taken the decision not to air the final episode of the 2026 series of ‘The Great Celebrity Bake Off’ for Stand Up to Cancer, featuring Scott Mills.
“Acknowledging the seriousness of the accusations that have been made against Scott, we don’t believe it would be appropriate to air the episode at this time.
The spokesperson confirmed to Variety: “An alternative episode of ‘Celebrity GBBO’ will go out in its place.”
Newsquest has approached Channel 4 for comment.
Why was Scott Mills sacked?
The former Radio 2 DJ was sacked by the BBC after it emerged the Metropolitan Police launched an investigation into the 53-year-old in 2016 over allegations of serious sexual offences involving a teenage boy under 16 between 1997 and 2000.
The BBC has confirmed it knew about the police investigation into Mills in 2017, but said it “acted decisively” after receiving “new information” in the weeks before his sacking.
The corporation said it terminated his contracts on Friday (March 27), just days after taking him off air.
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Scott Mills statement
In his first public statement since news broke of his sacking, Mills said he had co-operated fully with the investigation, adding he has been the subject of “rumour and speculation”.
He said: “The recent announcement that I am no longer contracted to the BBC has led to the publication of rumour and speculation.
“In response to this the Metropolitan Police has made a statement, which I confirm relates to me.
“An allegation was made against me in 2016 of a historic sexual offence which was the subject of a police investigation in which I fully co-operated and responded to in 2018.”
Who is on The Great Celebrity Bake Off?
Among the celebrities taking part alongside Mills in the celebrity spin-off were JoJo Siwa, Sugababes singer Mutya Buena and actors Rose Ayling-Ellis and Ambika Mod, among others.
The celebrities join Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond in the tent, aiming to impress Paul Hollywood and new judge Cherish Finden as they bake for Stand Up To Cancer.
Are you looking forward to The Great Celebrity Bake Off? Let us know in the comments
StarterMotor, an automotive charity based at Bicester Motion, will hold the event on Friday, May 1 and Saturday, 2.
A relaxed own-car demonstration track experience will take place on the first day of the festival.
There are limited spaces and entry costs £50, £25 for a second driver and a £10 spectator donation.
Fellow specialists Harry Fraser Vehicle Upholstery and Hagerty are also putting on talks during the event.
There will also be a guided tour of the site and an exclusive screening of Paddock Speedshop’s upcoming TV show.
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An AutoSolo event will take place on the second day with a series of accessible courses for competitive precision driving and car control.
There are only 50 spaces available at £50 per competitor. A Clubmans RS licence is required for entry, which is free from Motorsport UK.
To participate in the festival, contact info@startermotor.co
In a recent feature with Hello! magazine, jewellery and interior designer Jade Jagger shows readers around Kempsford Manor, a Grade II-listed Georgian house near Fairford.
The 17th-century property, set in several acres of grounds, has been refurbished by the 52-year-old and designer Tom Bartlett, with updated interiors and a focus on family space and entertaining areas.
Ms Jagger is the eldest daughter of Sir Mick Jagger and Bianca Jagger and grew up between her parents’ homes while her father toured with the Rolling Stones.
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She has since built a career in jewellery and interiors, working internationally while dividing her time between London and the Cotswolds.
Kempsford Manor includes multiple reception rooms, a large kitchen, 11 bedrooms and extensive gardens, making it suitable for extended family stays.
Outbuildings, orchard areas and greenhouses add to the estate-style set-up, with the house sitting close to the River Thames as it passes through the Gloucestershire countryside.
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The property reflects Jagger’s design interests, combining period features with contemporary furnishings and art.
Kempsford Manor is currently being marketed for sale through a high-end estate agent, with a guide price understood to be in the region of £3.5 million as per Rightmove.
Marketing details describe the property as a significant village manor house in the Cotswolds, highlighting the recent restoration and its size, layout and grounds.
The Oxford Playhouse in Beaumont Street, Oxford, was set to host two shows of The Little Red Riding Hood.
A reimagined version of the ballet for children by production company Northern Ballet, the show came to the city for just two days this week.
Performers and audiences were, however, left disappointed on Tuesday (April 7) as two of the shows were cancelled.
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The 2pm and 4pm performances were called off by the theatre due to a power cut, with the schedule change announced at about 11.30am on Tuesday morning.
Now, Oxford Playhouse has issued an update to customers regarding refunds following the double cancellation of the scheduled shows.
A spokesperson said: “On Tuesday, April 7, Oxford Playhouse experienced a power cut, which resulted in the cancellation of two performances of Northern Ballet’s Little Red Riding Hood.
“The theatre is in the process of contacting all ticket holders and offering a credit note or refund.
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“Power was restored at 7am on Wednesday, April 8, and the theatre was delighted to welcome audiences back for today’s performances.”
The Little Red Riding Hood ballet, choreographed and directed by Mariana Rodrigues.
It is billed as a family-friendly performance featuring ‘colourful costumes, lively characters and playful storytelling’.
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