We recently reported that some of the Strictly Come Dancing judges are refusing to sign their contracts if they don’t get more money. It seems that the Beeb are in trouble now, as the dancers seem to be going down the same line!

Last year the professionals picked up around £24,000 for the series, considerable less than judges like Len Goodman.

An insider told The Sun: “The dancers work hardest but get the least money.

“The judges are after several times as much and all they have to do is pass an opinion.

“The dancers have to train all week with the stars. It’s hard work.”