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Eve Rowlands

I'm A Celebrity: Matt Hancock admits 'big mistake' as campmate says 'sorry doesn't cut it'

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! 2022 contestant Matt Hancock was quizzed by his fellow campmates over his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic during the episode that aired on Friday, November 11. The MP controversially entered the jungle as a late arrival alongside comedian Seann Walsh, sparking backlash from the public, fellow politicians and his campmates.

As many will know, the former health secretary resigned from his position after breaking the Covid-19 social distancing rules he himself set. The West Suffolk MP caused outrage when a picture and CCTV footage was leaked of him kissing his aide, Gina Colangelo, both Matt and Gina were married at the time.

Since his arrival in camp, Matt has been grilled by his fellow campmates on his decision to sign up for the show, which saw him leave his constituents behind and also face questions about his affair. Matt revealed in a conversation with Babatúndé Aléshé that he had "fallen in love" and was hoping to see his girlfriend on the famous I'm A Celebrity bridge when voted out. You can read more on this here.

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