BEEB bosses are facing a nightmare trying to protect Mary Berry from Covid-19 as she returns to filming Best Home Cook. The 85-year-old national treasure is at risk due to her age, so producers are considering copying her former show The Great British Bake Off by quarantining cast and crew for weeks. ⚠️ Read our coronavirus live blog for the latest news & updates But rather than hold up production, they are also contemplating less drastic steps including social distancing, testing and regular hand-washing so filming can start next month.
It is unlikely the celebrity contestants on the BBC1 cookery contest, hosted by Claudia Winkleman, will be asked to wear PPE as they prepare food for Mary to eat.