BBC offer Strictly cocaine duo rehab stint after claim pair took drug on show as bosses consider random tests
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BBC bosses are set to offer two Strictly stars at the centre of a drugs storm the chance to attend rehab.
It comes amid claims it was widely known they took cocaine on the show.
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A celebrity claimed it was 'well known on the show that two stars took cocaine'
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Execs are also considering adding random drugs tests on next year's Strictly tour — where after-parties are known for wild scenes.
In the latest scandal to hit the flagship BBC show, The Sun on Sunday revealed that the BBC had been forced to launch an investigation using external lawyers to look into allegations of drug use.
A celebrity claimed it was 'well known on the show that two stars took cocaine'.
And one star allegedly said to another, about a third: 'Have you seen their pupils . . . they're off their face.'
Last night a source said: 'The BBC is taking the allegations really seriously.
"Bosses are aware of the two stars in question and have a duty of care to make sure they're OK.
'As per BBC policy, the option of specialised professional support is on the table and will be offered.'
They added: 'While drug testing won't happen on the main show, bosses are considering bringing in random checks for the tour next year.
'The BBC needs to be sure nothing illegal is going on.
'It all depends on what the investigation finds.'
A BBC source said: 'Welfare is paramount for bosses.'
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