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‘It’s just not safe. It’s not OK’: can Married at First Sight ever be risk-free?

Many contestants have a positive experience on the reality show, but others say the format is unsafe

The Guardian - UK

I Went on a Dating Show at 21. It Changed How I Understood Sexism Forever

After the Married At First Sight allegations, activist and campaigner Eliza Hatch reflects on the reality dating show experience that shaped her feminism.

Marie Claire

Ex-Ofcom chair warns of reality TV ‘exploitation’ after Married At First Sight claims

Lord Grade, former chairman of Ofcom, has warned that reality television producers are at risk of “crossing a line into exploitation and taking risks with the public’s mental health.” His comments follow allegations of sexual misconduct and rape made by former participants of Married At First Sight (MAFS) UK ,…

The Independent UK

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Exec Denies Married At First Sight Has Been Canceled But Says Network Is Investigating Sexual Assault Allegations

The network's head honcho is speaking out.

Cinemablend

MAFS UK ‘kept women safe’ says Channel 4 boss amid rape allegations

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The Independent UK

Channel 4 boss ‘very confident’ right decisions made regarding MAFS allegations

Senior figures at Channel 4 were speaking at a briefing for the broadcaster’s annual report.

Evening Standard

MAFS UK Star Shona Manderson Speaks Out As Police Urge Other Victims To Come Forward

Former MAFS UK bride Shona Manderson shares a “deeply personal” IG statement about her on‑screen marriage, pregnancy, abortion and concerns.

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MAFS UK should not have been broadcast, says former show psychologist

Three women who appeared on the reality show have accused their partners of rape and sexual misconduct

The Independent UK

Former MAFS UK psychologist says series should not have been broadcast

Two women on the show have the accused the men they were partnered with of rape.

Evening Standard

The shocking Married at First Sight rape allegations show how dark reality TV has become – how much are we to blame?

IN FOCUS: As participants from the reality show come forward with harrowing allegations about their time on the show, Katie Rosseinsky asks whether reality TV can ever really be ethical and whether it’s time for viewers to admit they too might be part of the problem

The Independent UK

Channel 4 responds after Panorama investigation into MAFS UK

The series has been removed from Channel 4 streaming platforms after allegations of rape during filming

Woman & Home

MAFS UK Bride Threatened with Acid Attack by On-Screen Husband Now Considering Legal Action Against Producers

BBC Panorama reveals allegations of abuse and systemic failures on Married at First Sight UK, prompting legal action against the production company. Channel 4 has removed the show from its platforms.

International Business Times UK

Dear England playwright praises local BBC radio for supporting first production

Graham appeared before the Culture, Media and Sport Committee (CMS) to discuss the issues facing the BBC.

Evening Standard

The Dark Side of Married at First Sight review – there is enough awful detail here to fuel 1,000 more exposés

The allegations of rape and sexual assault in this documentary about the Channel 4 series are hugely troubling and revealing. Surely this is the end for MAFS?

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The Independent UK

Will Married At First Sight UK be cancelled after recent ‘serious’ allegations?

Season 11 of the hit reality series was filmed earlier this year and was expected to be released in September

Evening Standard

Police investigation into Married At First Sight alleged rapes 'highly likely,' says Home Office minister

The broadcaster has removed all episodes from its streaming platform as bosses tackle allegations

Evening Standard

MAFS UK bride who alleges sexual misconduct says she ‘lost her light’ on show

Shona Manderson is one of three women making allegations about their time on the Channel 4 reality programme.

Evening Standard

DCMS on MAFS UK claims: There must be consequences for criminality or wrongdoing

Two women have alleged they were raped by their on-screen husbands.

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Euronews

Married At First Sight UK: Women allege they were raped during filming of popular reality show

British broadcaster Channel 4 has removed all previous seasons of Married ‌At First Sight UK - one of its flagship reality shows - after a BBC report detailing allegations of rape during the filming of the series.

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MAFS’ Gia Fleur Has Addressed Celebrity Apprentice Rumours As Ex-Contestants Slam ‘Awful’ Show

Controversial MAFS bride Gia Fleur has responded to rumours that she'll be appearing on an upcoming reboot of The Celebrity Apprentice.

International Business Times UK

Married at First Sight UK Scandal Erupts as Brides Accuse On-Screen Husbands of Rape, Triggering BBC Inquiry

Channel 4 has pulled episodes of 'Married at First Sight UK' following serious allegations by former participants, raising concerns about safeguarding standards in reality TV production.

The Independent UK

Channel 4 removes Married At First Sight UK from streaming platforms after rape claims

Two women said they were raped during filming of the dating show, according to a BBC report

Pedestrian.tv

MAFS’ Bec Says She’s In ‘Financial Ruin’ After Instagram Account Scandal: ‘It’s All Gone’

MAFS' Bec Zacharia has admitted she’s in “financial ruin” post-show and was relying on her now-banned Instagram account to make money.

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Apparently MAFS Is Bringing Back Ex-Stars For 2027, Peep The List Of Who They’re Chatting To

MAFS is preparing one of its biggest twists ever for the upcoming 14th season, but it's not a full-on all-stars series.

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MAFS’ Bec Calls For Her IG Account To Be Reinstated Following Her Australian Fashion Week Scandal

"This is my only form of income, and that has now been taken away from me."

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