BBC executives have announced that returning to filming Top Gear would be “really inappropriate” as host Freddie Flintoff continues his recovery from a serious accident.
The 45-year-old presenter was involved in a terrifying incident at the Top Gear test track in December last year.
The corporation announced that "it would be inappropriate to resume making series 34 of Top Gear at this time" following an internal investigation into the accident.
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Speaking at a Broadcasting Press Guild (BPG) event, chief content officer at the BBC, Charlotte Moore said: "My priority at the moment is supporting Freddie through his recovery so I think it would be really inappropriate for us to resume filming now.
"I think when we get to the point where he feels ready … and we'll get to thinking about getting him back."
She went on to add that they want to careful about “doing the right thing” and not push the star before he is ready.
She added: "I think you've got to be really human about this and do the right thing. When someone's in recovery, I don't think we would push that … I think that would be really inappropriate, I wouldn't be happy."
The BBC also confirmed that there will be a health and safety review of the show "in line with our procedures" following the accident.
Fans of the show have also taken to social media to express their support for Flintoff and their understanding of the BBC's decision to delay filming.
"Get better soon Freddie Flintoff! while another added: "This is probably for the best.!
The incident happened at Top Gear's test track at Dunsfold Park Aerodrome in Surrey on December 13th.
He received medical care at the scene before being taken to hospital for further treatment.
It is understood that the accident did not happen at high speed.
A BBC spokesperson said at the time: "Freddie was injured in an accident at the Top Gear test track this morning – with crew medics attending the scene immediately.
"He has been taken to hospital for further treatment and we will confirm more details in due course."
In a statement on Wednesday, the BBC said: "Our primary concern is and has been for the welfare of Freddie – as well as the Top Gear team.
"All health and safety procedures were followed on site and the incident is now being fully investigated, in line with standard policy and practice."
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