The BBC has vowed to tackle “abusive behaviour” in a major win for Amanda Abbington following the Strictly Come Dancing bullying scandal.

The BBC has today launched a probe into its “workplace culture” – aiming to crack down on “abuse of power”.

BBC Chair Samir Shah said: “I cannot emphasise enough that I am fully committed to tackling inappropriate or abusive behaviour.

“For most of us it is a joy to work for the BBC and that should be the case for everyone.

“Nobody working in the BBC should ever feel fear or worry while working here.

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