THE BBC has dropped a huge hint about the future of The Repair Shop after Jay Blades’ court case.
The hit series was pulled off air by bosses after lead star Jay was charged with controlling and coercive behaviour towards his wife.
An insider previously said how the BBC wouldn’t air shows with Jay featuring until the end of the legal process[/caption]
Applications for the show’s next series have now opened, seemingly confirming it will continue[/caption]
Blades appeared at a court accused of physical and emotional abuse of estranged wife Lisa Zbozen, 43.
His future on The Repair Shop now appears to be up in the air following the charge.
A BBC insider said: “The Beeb won’t feature any new shows in which he appears until it is clear how legal proceedings conclude.”
But as the current series remains shelved for now, producers have dropped the biggest hint yet the show will continue.
They’ve opened casting for the run, inviting members of the public to apply to take part.
On the application, bosses say: “Our award-winning series The Repair Shop is returning to BBC ONE. Our team of Britain’s most passionate and skilled craftspeople will rescue broken objects and restore them to their former glory.
“If you have a damaged heirloom, a prized antique, a loved one’s treasured possession or anything else that needs restoring, apply now by completing and submitting the following application form.”
The charge sheet for Jay states he allegedly “repeatedly or continuously engaged in behaviour which was controlling or coercive, namely physical and emotional abuse towards Lisa Zbozen”.
The offences allegedly took place between January 1, 2023, and April 9, 2024.
Last year The Repair Shop beat ITV’s This Morning and scooped the gong for best daytime TV show.
The series launched in 2017 and quickly became a fan-favourite.
The Repair Shop experts
The Repair Shop premiered in 2017 and sees family heirlooms restored for their owners by numerous experts with a broad range of specialisms. Jay Blades acts as the foreman, with a talented team at work in the restoration process. Let’s take a look at some of them.
- Jay Blades: Foreman of The Repair Shop and Furniture Restorer
- Will Kirk: Carpenter, Cabinet Maker and Wood Painter
- Steve Fletcher: Clock Restorer
- Suzie Fletcher: Saddle Maker and Leather Worker
- Dominic Chinea: Metal Worker and Signs Restorer
- Sonnaz Nooranvary: Upholstery Restorer
- Amanda Middleditch and Julie Tatchell: Soft-toy Restorers
- Kirsten Ramsay: Ceramics Conservator
- Lucia Scalisi: Painting Conservator
- Brenton West: Antique Photography Specialist and Silversmith
