Why has Tom Allen and The Apprentice You're Fired been replaced for the 2026 series?

The Apprentice storms back onto screens tonight but fans will quickly notice that Tom Allen and You’re Fired are nowhere to be seen.
Lord Alan Sugar returns to the boardroom with 20 fresh candidates all desperate to prove they have what it takes.
It also marks Lord Sugar’s 20th year at the helm of the BBC show.
Once again, the business mogul is joined by his trusted aides Baroness Karren Brady and Tim Campbell MBE.
This year, the candidates are sent straight to Hong Kong for their first task.

The Apprentice fans will notice tonight that Tom Allen and You’re Fired is missing from the schedule (Credit: BBC)

And, as always, there will be big wins, painful errors and a firing that sparks debate.
Traditionally, all that drama would be picked apart on You’re Fired straight after the episode. But not this time.
So what exactly has happened to the long running spin off? And where does this leave Tom Allen?
Here is what you need to know.
The Apprentice: What happened to You’re Fired?
The BBC has confirmed it has axed The Apprentice companion show You’re Fired for the 2026 series.
The spin-off first launched back in 2006 on BBC Three before later moving to BBC Two. And it quickly became a must watch for loyal fans.
Each week, the latest fired candidate faced questions in the studio alongside a rotating guest panel.
It was where gossip and grudges often spilled out.
A fan favourite moment saw the audience vote on Lord Sugar’s decision. Red boards meant You’re Fired, while green boards signalled You’re Hired.
Lord Sugar would also join the show after each final, sitting down with his winner for a post-series chat.
The programme has had several hosts over the years. Adrian Chiles fronted it first, followed by Dara Ó Briain, then Jack Dee and Rhod Gilbert.
Most recently, Tom Allen took on presenting duties.
But sadly, this series marks the end of You’re Fired. The BBC confirmed the decision earlier this month.