British Soap Awards viewers accuse ITV of ‘cutting out’ chants for EastEnders actress as BBC show dominates ceremony

BRITISH Soap Awards viewers accused ITV of “cutting chants” for EastEnders’ Laura Doddington on a night when the BBC soap dominated its rivals.

Ironically, the alleged quieting of cheers for Laura came during the Best Newcomer gong, which was won by Hollyoaks’ Isabelle Smith.

AlamyLaura Doddington’s name was chanted by the British Soap Awards audience[/caption] GettyIsabelle Smith picked up the Best Newcomer gong[/caption]

While viewers accepted Francine Osborne actress Isabelle was a worthy winner...