Phillip and Holly address queue jumping allegations following public fury

Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby have addressed allegations that they jumped the queue to see the Queen lying in state. Take a look:

"It was strictly for the purpose of reporting on the event for millions of people in the UK who haven't been able to visit Westminster in person.

"The rules were we would be quickly escorted around the edges to a platform at the back.

"In contrast, those paying respects walked along a carpeted area beside the coffin, and were given time to pause.

"None of the broadcasters or journalists there took anyone's place in the queue and no one filed past the Queen.

"We of course respected those rules, however we realised that it may have looked like something else and therefore totally understand the reaction."

Holly finished by saying: "Please know that we would never jump the queue."

Prior to this, a statement was shared on This Morning's Instagram page which read: "Hello everyone, we would like to clarify something.

"We asked Phillip and Holly to be part of a film for this Tuesday’s programme.

"They did not jump the queue, have VIP access or file past the Queen lying in state - but instead were there in a professional capacity as part of the world’s media to report on the event."

The campaign organiser wrote: "ITV should be ashamed of exploiting the situation.

"I'd like to see This Morning axed for good as I do believe it causes more harm than good, without people noticing."

LADbible has contacted ITV for comment.