Carol McGiffin Reveals the REAL Reason Phillip Schofield’s Young Lover Was Moved from This Morning to Loose Women: The ITV Cover-Up Exposed

The recent scandal surrounding Phillip Schofield and his relationship with a young ITV staffer has sent shockwaves through the British media industry. But behind the headlines, a lesser-known chapter unfolded on the set of Loose Women—one that Carol McGiffin, a veteran panelist, has now bravely spoken out about.

The Mysterious Transfer: From This Morning to Loose Women

According to Carol McGiffin, the drama began when a young male runner—later revealed to be Schofield’s secret lover—was unexpectedly transferred from This Morning to Loose Women. The move was presented as a “promotion” to Production Secretary, but insiders quickly realized it was little more than a change in job title.

Carol recalls,

“Whether they had to sack the previous runner to make space, I don’t know. But Mitch, who everyone liked and who was brilliant at his job, was suddenly gone. People were genuinely upset.”

The new runner was rumored to be in a relationship with Phillip Schofield, though at the time, few knew the full story. What struck Carol and other Loose Women staff was how troubled the newcomer seemed—withdrawn, anxious, and clearly under enormous pressure.

Unfair Burden on Loose Women

As the weeks passed, it became increasingly clear to Carol and her colleagues that something was wrong. The young man was struggling emotionally, and several panelists took him under their wing, trying to comfort and support him. But many felt it was unfair that they were being forced to deal with the fallout from Schofield’s personal life.

Carol admits,

“I wasn’t there all the time, but I could see that some of the women felt they were having to clean up Phillip’s mess. It wasn’t right. They were empathetic, yes, but it shouldn’t have been their responsibility.”

The ITV Cover-Up: Who Authorized the Move?

The biggest question remains: Who authorized this unprecedented transfer from This Morning to Loose Women? Carol is adamant that such a move could not have happened without the approval of senior ITV management.

“You can’t just move a staff member from one show to another without sign-off from the top. Editors don’t have that power. There had to be something going on behind the scenes.”

Eamonn Holmes, another ITV veteran, echoed these suspicions, demanding to know why the transfer was allowed and who signed off on it.

The Disappearance and Lingering Worries

After a short period at Loose Women, the young man suddenly vanished—reportedly sent up to Manchester to work for ITV. Carol describes how his departure was shrouded in secrecy, with no formal announcement and little communication.

“It was strange. He was just gone. Some of the Loose Women were genuinely worried about him. He seemed to be having a breakdown.”

Several panelists tried to stay in touch and help him find new work, but the damage had already been done.

ITV Management Under Fire

Carol McGiffin does not mince her words when it comes to ITV’s leadership:

“My issue is with the management. They’re arrogant, they think they’re invincible. They just wanted to sweep everything under the rug and move on.”

She believes that Schofield may now be taking the fall to protect those above him, and that the transfer was part of a deliberate strategy to cover up the scandal.

Phillip Schofield’s Admission

In a recent interview with The Sun, Schofield admitted to having done “a bad thing,” but denied allegations of grooming. Carol is skeptical:

“He obviously messed with this young man’s life. Whether it fits the official definition of grooming, I don’t know, but it certainly looks like classic grooming behavior.”

Loose Women: The Fallout

Behind the scenes, Loose Women became the unwilling landing pad for Schofield’s crisis. Staff felt blindsided and unsupported, forced to deal with emotional and professional chaos that had nothing to do with them.

“Loose Women was used as a dumping ground to hide the problem,” Carol says. “It wasn’t fair on anyone.”

Conclusion: A Culture of Silence and Damage Control

Carol McGiffin’s revelations expose a troubling culture at ITV, where management prioritized damage control over transparency and staff welfare. The transfer of Schofield’s lover from This Morning to Loose Women was not a routine job move—it was a calculated effort to contain a scandal, with ordinary staff left to pick up the pieces.

As the dust settles, questions remain about ITV’s responsibility to its employees and its audience. Carol’s testimony is a reminder that, behind the glossy facade of daytime television, real lives are affected—and sometimes, the truth will come out.