BBC and Rogan Scotland explore Michelle Mone’s story from successful entrepreneur to controversial figure.
- A two-part series delves into the life of Michelle Mone, a famous lingerie entrepreneur turned Baroness.
- The documentary covers Mone’s rise to fame and subsequent involvement in a PPE scandal during Covid.
- Rogan Scotland partners with BBC to provide insights from those who know Mone’s journey.
- Scheduled to air next year, the series promises a revealing look at shifts in British business history.
The BBC, in collaboration with Rogan Scotland, has unveiled plans for a captivating two-part documentary series focused on the intriguing life of Michelle Mone. This documentary promises to chronicle Mone’s journey from her humble beginnings in Glasgow’s East End to becoming a renowned lingerie tycoon and member of the House of Lords.
Michelle Mone, once a model, gained notoriety as the creator of MJM, a lingerie company that brought innovations like the Ultimo push-up bra. By the early 2000s, her business acumen had established her as one of the most prominent figures in British entrepreneurship. Her appointment as a Baroness in 2015 further cemented her public profile.
However, Mone’s career took a controversial turn during the Covid pandemic. As a member of the House of Lords, she was linked to the ‘VIP fast lane’ which facilitated government PPE contracts. Mone and her husband were involved with PPE Medpro, a company accused of supplying substandard PPE. Despite initial denials, Mone later admitted on television to misleading the public about their involvement, revealing they profited significantly from the dealings.
The documentary, produced by Rogan Scotland, will include interviews with a range of people who have witnessed Mone’s rise and fall. These voices range from her friends and former colleagues to journalists and legal experts familiar with her story. Erica Jenkin, the director, expressed excitement about the opportunity to depict how Mone’s personal story reflects broader social and economic changes in modern Britain.
According to Mark Hedgecoe of Rogan Scotland, Michelle Mone’s story is not just a personal journey but a representation of key historical shifts, including the transformations within post-industrial Glasgow and the evolving role of entrepreneurs in the UK. The series, titled ‘The Rise and Fall of Michelle Mone’, is supported by BBC Two and BBC Scotland and is scheduled for broadcast next year.
This documentary offers a timely exploration of a complex business narrative that mirrors shifts in British society.
