Strictly scoops the glitter ball

BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing has lost none of its glitter and excitement, with new judge Shirley Ballas fitting in nicely.

However, switching over to ITV’s The X Factor, I could help but notice how stale this show has become.

The judges trot out endless clichés, and too many wannabes fail to impress. I think the ratings will continue to show Strictly remains Britain’s favourite, while The X Factor is a pale shadow. Les Holt, Prestwich, Manchester