Strictly star Dan Walker cleared in probe into alleged serious misconduct at C5

17 March 2024 , 10:26

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LEGAL Strictly star Dan Walker cleared in probe into serious misconduct that ‘sent shockwaves’ through Channel 5

TV presenter Dan Walker has been cleared of serious conduct allegations following a work place probe at Channel 5.

The 46-year-old news anchor at the broadcaster was "completely exonerated” following the HR-led investigation into a multi-pronged complaint by a colleague in the media which prompted network bosses to launch the probe. Dan joined Channel 5 News after leaving BBC Breakfast in April 2022 and is reportedly earning £500,000 a year.

A Channel 5 spokesman said: “ITN commissioned an independent external expert to investigate these allegations but none were upheld.” A spokesman for ITN said: “We take such claims incredibly seriously. To ensure fairness and impartiality, we appointed an independent external consultant and they have concluded their investigation. Given our ongoing duty of care, we won’t be commenting further.”

Dan Walker has been exonerated of all allegations of misconduct

Dan Walker reveals surprising new job away from TV as he gushes ‘it’s the dream!’ (mrdanwalker/Twitter)

An investigator, according to The Sun, also added about the claims alleged against the dad-of-three: "There is a lack of evidence to support allegations." A source told the publication that the allegations had "sent shockwaves" through Channel 5 and ITN as Dan is a "hugely popular figure" and "well respected". The source added that the presented was "devastated" and "totally stunned" by the claims.

The industry insider continued to say that Dan had "nothing to hide" and "co-operated with the investigation" and while he was "relieved" that he was cleared, he was "not surprised" as the investigation was "done by the book".

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Dan has recently announced a new business venture, which he shared in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter. He explained that he is now a co-owner of a cafe. He said: "You know I go on about cake a lot? Well… I am officially now the part-owner of a cafe!!! It’s something my wife and I have been thinking about for a while and an opportunity came up just down the road from our house in Sheffield at a place we love, right at the heart of the community.

"And with friends who are brilliant. So… feel free to pop along to the Brook Coffee Rooms in Fulwood in Sheffield… I’ll be the one in the corner eating a cronut It is officially… THE DREAM." Dan shared a series of photos along with the announcement as he said he couldn't pass up the opportunity to own his own cafe.

James Brinsford