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Strictly Come Dancing returned to TV screens on Saturday night with a glittering opening number.
But there was no mention of allegations a number of former contestants have made about their treatment on the show.
The BBC has responded to the complaints by making changes behind the scenes.
From this year , there are chaperones in all rehearsal rooms and dedicated welfare producers.
Graziano Di Prima kicked partner Zara McDermott in a rehearsal last year .
Laura Whitmore and paralympian Will Bayley have also spoken out about their experiences on the show.
BBC News investigation heard allegations of a 'toxic culture' from some former junior staff.
But for now, the show goes on - and the new contestants expressed a desire to move on.
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