Songs of Praise star off air after allegations of inappropriate behaviour

Harry Farley

Songs of Praise presenter Aled Jones will not appear on the BBC after allegations of inappropriate behaviour more than ten years ago.

The TV host and singer said he was 'deeply sorry' for any upset caused but denied any 'inappropriate contact'.

Current Songs of Praise presenters Pam Rhodes, Aled Jones and Diane-Louise Jordan BBC/Emilie Sandy

A spokesman for the 46-year-old, who rose to fame when he was 12 for his Christmas hit Walking in the Air for the film The Snowman, said the decision was taken voluntarily while the matter is investigated.

A statement from Jones' spokesman read: 'Whilst he accepts that his behaviour over a decade ago was occasionally juvenile, as was that of others, he never intended to harass or distress and he strongly denies any inappropriate contact.

'He is, however, deeply sorry for any upset caused and hopes this matter is resolved soon.'

He added he faces allegations from a woman over inappropriate messages and content more than ten years ago. The spokesman of the father-of-two said it did not relate to broadcast work.

The BBC is not commenting on the story. 

The Welsh former choirboy received an MBE in 2012 for his services to music and broadcasting. He will continue to present his Sunday morning show on Classic FM.  

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