'MAFS UK' Canceled After Rape Claims
Channel 4 has canceled the reality show 'Married at First Sight UK' following serious allegations of rape made by former contestants. The decision follows an external review that suggested safety improvements, which the broadcaster ultimately deemed insufficient to justify continuing the format.
Why it matters
The cancellation highlights growing scrutiny over the duty of care and safety protocols in reality television production.
Channel 4 has canceled Married at First Sight UK after two contestants claimed they had been raped during the filming of the show.
That decision was unveiled despite an external review giving the green light to produce future installments with improvements to the welfare framework. The suggestions for Channel 4 and production company CPL included installing CCTV, putting locks in shared bedrooms, and giving contestants access to a panic button.
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