Scott Mills exits BBC Radio 2 amid personal conduct claims

Scott Mills is no longer with BBC Radio 2 after allegations regarding his personal conduct emerged, the broadcaster has confirmed. The popular presenter, who hosted the station’s flagship Breakfast Show, was removed from air last week while the BBC assessed the situation, and his contract was terminated over the weekend.

A BBC spokesperson said, “While we do not comment on matters relating to individuals we can confirm Scott Mills is no longer contracted and has left the BBC.” The news was first reported by The Mirror, which described Mills’ departure as sudden and linked to concerns about his personal conduct. Gary Davies temporarily stepped in to host the Breakfast Show on Wednesday following Mills’ exit.

Mills, who joined Radio 2 in 2022 on the afternoon slot, took over the Breakfast Show from Zoe Ball in January 2025. Before that, he built his career at BBC Radio 1, where he became a household name and won BBC’s ‘Celebrity Race Across the World’ in 2024 alongside his husband Sam Vaughan. According to the BBC’s latest accounts, Mills was among the broadcaster’s highest-paid presenters, earning between £355,000 and £359,999 annually.

In an internal email to staff, BBC music director Lorna Clarke acknowledged the shock of the news. She wrote, “I know that this news will be sudden and unexpected and therefore must come as a shock. Not least as so many of us have worked with Scott over a great many years, across a broad range of our programs on R1, 5Live, R2 and TV. I felt it was important to share this news with you at the earliest opportunity. Of course, it will also come as a shock to our audience and loyal breakfast show listeners too.” Clarke added that further updates about the show would be provided when possible, but declined to comment further on the allegations.

A representative for Mills has not responded to requests for comment, and details of the specific claims regarding his personal conduct have not been disclosed publicly. The presenter’s sudden departure has sparked discussion among listeners and colleagues, reflecting both his prominence in UK radio and the impact of allegations on high-profile broadcasters.