BBC Radio 2 Presenter Scott Mills 'Unreachable' Following Swift Termination Over Allegations
The BBC has entered a fresh period of turmoil after dismissing Radio 2 presenter Scott Mills over allegations concerning his personal conduct. Sources indicate that Mills has "completely shut down" and is currently unreachable, with no responses to calls or messages.
Rapid Dismissal Process Following Complaint
According to insider reports, the termination process unfolded with remarkable speed. An allegation was reportedly made against Mills last Tuesday, leading to an immediate meeting with BBC senior staff. He was removed from his Radio 2 broadcast the following day, and his contract was formally terminated over the weekend.
A source familiar with the situation revealed: "The entire process from complaint to departure occurred in less than five days. It was exceptionally fast-paced. Scott appeared tense during the initial meeting where the allegation was presented."
Allegations and Police Investigation Background
The allegations reportedly relate to a "historic relationship" dating back more than a decade. This development follows previous police involvement, with the Metropolitan Police confirming they initiated an investigation in December 2016 following a referral from another police force.
The investigation focused on allegations of serious sexual offences against a teenage boy. A man in his forties at the time was questioned under caution in July 2018, but the case was subsequently dropped entirely due to insufficient evidence.
Colleagues and Listeners Left Surprised
Mills apparently had no indication of his impending dismissal when he signed off his radio show on March 24th, telling his audience: "See you tomorrow." Sources close to the presenter describe those who know him as "blindsided by all of this."
A source close to Mills stated: "Scott has completely shut down now and no one can get hold of him. No calls, no messages—nothing. The people in his circle are completely taken aback by these developments."
Career Trajectory and Radio Legacy
Scott Mills began his BBC career at Radio 1 in 1998, initially presenting the early morning slot before earning his own breakfast program, The Scott Mills Show. His transition to Radio 2 occurred when he took over from Sara Cox, who opted not to return from maternity leave, establishing Mills in what became his regular broadcasting slot.
The swift termination and subsequent unavailability of the prominent radio personality have created significant uncertainty within BBC Radio programming and raised questions about internal procedures regarding allegations against on-air talent.
