Metropolitan Police investigating drug use allegations at Strictly Come Dancing show

The Metropolitan Police has stated that it is investigating allegations of drug use on Strictly Come Dancing.

In a statement, the Met said it had "received an allegation about drug-related offences".

"Police are assessing the information and additional inquiries are being made to determine whether there is evidence of a criminal offence having been committed," it said.

The BBC stated it had "clear protocols and policies in place" for handling any serious complaints brought to its attention.

The Met’s involvement follows the BBC’s launch of an investigation earlier this month into alleged drug use by two stars of the show, who have not been named.

This followed a report in the Sun on Sunday, which claimed the alleged drug use by the stars was widely discussed on the show.

BBC News understands the corporation has engaged a law firm to assist with the investigation.

On Sunday, the Sun reported that the BBC had referred the issue to the police.

A Met spokesperson later confirmed that the force had "received an allegation about drug-related offences" on Tuesday, 12 August.

The BBC said it would not comment on any police investigation.

However, it emphasized a previous statement which said: "We have clear protocols and policies in place for handling any serious complaints brought to us.

"We would always encourage people to speak to us if they have concerns. It would not be appropriate for us to comment further."

Strictly, which has been airing since 2004, has faced multiple controversies over the past few years related to the behavior of some of its professionals and celebrity guests.

It is believed, however, that this is the first time the BBC has been in contact with the police over allegations related to the show.