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Downing Street statement on man who died after appearing on The Jeremy Kyle Show

Steve Dymond died after appearing on The Jeremy Kyle Show Credit: Facebook

Downing Street said TV firms must support participants in their shows.

"This is a deeply concerning case.

"Broadcasters and production companies have a responsibility for the mental health and wellbeing of participants and viewers of their programmes.

"We are clear they must have appropriate levels of support in place."

– The Prime Minister's official spokesman

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