Small, Sykes linked to 'Strictly'

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Heather Small and Melanie Sykes have been linked to the new series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Ex-M People singer Small is starting dance rehearsals for the BBC One reality show, according to The Sun.

TV presenter Sykes is apparently waiting to hear whether she has been selected for the series, which starts on September 13.

Other celebrities rumoured for the show include The Apprentice contestant Alex Wotherspoon, actress Debra Stephenson and Hollyoaks star Ricky Whittle.