ITV has temporarily pulled Loose Women from its Friday schedule, leaving fans without their usual lunchtime chat show amid the ongoing investigation into Kaye Adams’ alleged bullying at the BBC. The decision, however, is unrelated to the controversy — with ITV confirming the absence is simply due to live horse racing coverage. Still, the timing has sparked speculation, as Adams continues to face scrutiny over claims she mistreated junior colleagues at BBC Radio Scotland.
The long-running panel show, which typically airs weekdays from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., will not be broadcast on October 24, 2025. Instead, ITV will air ITV Racing: Live from Cheltenham, followed by coverage from Cheltenham and Doncaster between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. During Thursday’s episode, anchor Jane Moore, 63, signed off with an announcement, telling viewers, “We won’t be on tomorrow because the horse racing is on, but we’ll be back on Monday — same time, same place.” ITV confirmed that the programme will return to its regular slot at the start of next week.
The temporary removal comes as Kaye Adams, one of the show’s most respected panellists, remains off the air at BBC Radio Scotland following accusations that she “shouted and screamed” at junior staff. The veteran presenter, 62, was suspended from her £155,000-a-year role earlier this month while an internal investigation takes place. Yet, more than two weeks after her removal, Adams has reportedly not been informed of the specific nature of the complaints against her.
A representative for Adams told the Daily Mail that she has received no formal notification from the BBC regarding any allegations. “No complaints have been presented to Miss Adams by the BBC,” the spokesperson said. “She has worked for BBC Radio Scotland for more than 15 years and in that time has never had any issue raised about her.” The spokesperson also confirmed that Adams has not permanently left the organisation.
BBC Scotland released a brief statement addressing the situation but declined to comment on individual cases. “We would not comment on individuals,” a BBC spokesperson said. “If any complaints or concerns are raised, we have robust internal processes in place to manage these.” The corporation did not clarify whether it is standard practice for employees under investigation to be kept unaware of specific complaints during the inquiry process.
Despite the controversy, ITV has publicly backed Adams, confirming that her position on Loose Women remains secure. Network insiders told the Daily Mail that colleagues and senior producers were “shocked” to hear about the allegations. “Kaye is regarded as one of the more calm and professional members of the Loose Women cast,” said one ITV source.
The complaints against Adams were reportedly made under the BBC’s Call It Out scheme — an initiative created to tackle inappropriate or abusive workplace behaviour, following high-profile scandals involving other BBC personalities. A senior BBC insider noted that Adams “was asked to attend a meeting with the station’s new head of audio, Victoria Easton-Riley, on October 8,” adding, “The meeting did not go well. She hasn’t been back since and she’s not been on air.”
Currently, presenters Stephen Jardine and Connie McLaughlin are filling in for Adams on Mornings with Kaye Adams, which normally airs from 9 a.m. to noon several days a week on BBC Radio Scotland. Adams has been a mainstay at the BBC since 2010, working as a freelance presenter alongside her ITV commitments.
Another senior BBC Scotland source confirmed the suspension, saying, “Kaye has been taken off air — she’s gone for now. There have been complaints about her behaviour, and they’ve removed her while they investigate it. It’s being talked about all over Pacific Quay,” referring to the broadcaster’s Glasgow headquarters.
The move follows a recent shake-up within the BBC aimed at improving workplace culture in the wake of multiple misconduct cases. Earlier this year, former MasterChef presenter Gregg Wallace was dismissed after 45 allegations of inappropriate behaviour spanning 19 years were upheld. These included one claim of unwelcome physical contact, several incidents involving undress, and numerous complaints about inappropriate sexual or racially insensitive remarks. His co-host John Torode was also dismissed after being found to have used a highly offensive racist term.
In light of such scandals, BBC management has pledged to take a firmer stance on bullying and harassment allegations. Insiders suggest that the corporation is now acting with greater caution and immediacy when complaints are lodged — a change that has left even high-profile figures like Adams temporarily sidelined while inquiries unfold.
For now, Loose Women fans will have to wait until Monday to see their favourite presenters back on screen, as the show temporarily makes way for horse racing coverage. But behind the scenes, the situation surrounding Kaye Adams remains unresolved — and the silence from the BBC continues to raise eyebrows.
