It comes after BBC News sent a letter outlining allegations by 13 people, including Kirsty Wark, that Wallace made inappropriate sexual comments.

Accusations that the TV presenter made inappropriate sexual comments to co-workers over a 17-year period have come from 13 different people.

The BBC has responded to whether or not new MasterChef episodes featuring Gregg Wallace are set to air. This comes after the co-host was announced to be leaving the show after 19 years following allegations that he made inappropriate sexual comments in previous series.

Gregg Wallace has co-hosted MasterChef alongside John Torode since 2005, but he is to step away from the coveted position.

Gregg Wallace has quit MasterChef has stepped away from MasterChef, after co-presenting and judging the BBC One series with John Torode since 2005

A spokesperson for the BBC has also released a separate statement today addressing Wallace's departure from MasterChef, insisting that the company takes 'any issues that are raised' to bosses 'seriously', adding that it has 'robust processes in place to deal with them'.

Gregg Wallace is facing allegations of misconduct from 13 women who have come forward, including MasterChef co-star Kirsty Wark who alleged he made 'sexualised jokes'

The host has stepped aside while allegations of historical misconduct are investigated, producers say.

GREGG Wallace WAS forced to quit his MasterChef job amid the BBC’s misconduct probe. TV chef Gregg, 60, allegedly made sexual remarks to 13 colleagues including Beeb presenter Kirsty Wark

Gregg Wallace has co-presented MasterChef since 2005, and it has been revealed that he'll be stepping down amidst an investigation.

Gregg Wallace is leaving his position as Masterchef host due to accusations of past misconduct.   Since 2005, Gregg has served as a judge and co-presenter