Gregg Wallace faces backlash over autism defence for misconduct claims

Former MasterChef host Gregg Wallace faces backlash over comments linking his autism diagnosis to misconduct allegations he's facing. Wallace denies claims of inappropriate behavior but says TV bosses failed to consider his disability. Charities caution against using autism as an excuse for bad behavior, emphasizing that being autistic does not absolve one of responsibility. The incident has sparked online debate and radio discussions, with some supporting Wallace while others highlight the importance of taking personal responsibility regardless of neurodiversity.