Lisa Nandy 'not satisfied' with Channel 4 response on Married at First Sight UK
Summary
The UK culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, said she is not happy with Channel 4's response to rape and sexual assault claims made by women on the reality show Married at First Sight UK. The broadcaster has paused airing the show and started an external review of how it cares for participants, but the government wants further discussions.Key Facts
- Two women from Married at First Sight UK have alleged rape during filming; a third accused a man of a non-consensual sex act.
- The men involved deny all the allegations.
- Channel 4 removed all episodes of the show from its streaming service and launched an outside review of participant welfare.
- Lisa Nandy told Parliament that the government is not satisfied with Channel 4’s response and will talk with the broadcaster more.
- Channel 4 plans only to share a summary of the review, not the full details.
- The show has attracted over three million viewers and is one of Channel 4’s most popular programs.
- Police have asked anyone affected to come forward, and sponsors like Tui have ended support for the show.
- The production company CPL says its care system is industry-leading and that it acted properly.
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