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Married at First Sight rape allegations cast spotlight on welfare of contestants

‘The boundaries of entertainment are always pushed for each series,’ psychologist says, as speculation grows over show’s future

The pressure to keep audiences glued to hit reality TV shows is leading to participants being put in increasingly risky and exploitative situations, according to a psychologist and executive who have both previously worked on Married at First Sight UK.

Two women have alleged they were raped during the filming of the show, which is one of Channel 4’s most popular and profitable programmes, and said not enough was done to protect them.

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Originally reported by The Guardian