BBC bosses are reportedly set to offer professional support to two stars of hit dancing show Strictly Come Dancing, amid allegations they took cocaine on the programme.

The Sun reported that it was widely known the pair, who have not been named, took the Class A substance.

It comes after it was revealed the broadcaster has hired a law firm to probe allegations of drug taking by two individuals, whose drug use is said to be 'well-known' on the show.

The claims were reportedly made in a legal submission to the BBC by law firm Russells back in March, on behalf of former contestant Wynne Evans.

Last night a source told the newspaper: 'The BBC is taking the allegations really seriously.