Dan Walker to appear at tribunal as ex co-host brings bullying claim

Former Co-Host Files Bullying Claim Against Dan Walker and Channel 5 News

TV presenter Dan Walker is set to participate in an employment tribunal following a bullying allegation from his former co-host on Channel 5 News. Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije, who previously worked with Walker on the BBC Breakfast show, has initiated the legal process, with ITN and Paramount, the owners of Channel 5 News, also named as parties involved. Her legal representative confirmed the case against Walker, which includes accusations of sexism and misogyny, as reported by *The Mail on Sunday*.

ITN has stated that the claim is fully denied, and both Walker and Paramount have been contacted for their responses. According to the newspaper, Walker disputes the allegations and has gathered over 50 statements from colleagues supporting his conduct. A prior internal review of the accusations found no evidence of misconduct, according to sources. The tribunal is scheduled to begin in London on 20 April and will last for five weeks.

Vanderpuije and Walker became co-hosts on Channel 5 News in 2022, but she departed the network in 2024. ITN’s CEO, Rachel Corp, is also listed as a respondent in the case. A spokesperson for ITN reiterated the company’s stance, stating:

“This claim, which is denied in full, will be addressed through the tribunal process.”

Walker, known for his appearances on *Strictly Come Dancing*, faces the legal challenge as the trial progresses. The case highlights ongoing disputes within the media sector, with Vanderpuije’s allegations prompting further scrutiny of workplace dynamics at Channel 5 News.