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I'm pretty sure supermarkets stock hot cross buns all year round!

Bringing it back on topic though and assuming Dermot and Alison aren't getting the gig full time then Craig really is the easy choice to be the replacement for Phil. I think Holly is a bit trickier - Rochelle and Josie both quite competent but not quite there for me, though I'd favour Josie out of the two. I can't see Cat doing it full time either but seen reports this week she's lined up to replace Holly on Dancing on Ice if required which I think would be a very good fit.

Ultimately though I imagine the current mix and match arrangements will continue for the next few months at least, if not for longer. GMB has been going nearly three years without replacing Piers after all.

I agree with this completely. Craig is such an enjoyable watch for me and just has the sort of personality that is needed. I do prefer Josie too, but I find her a bit rough around the edges in a way that Rochelle isn't. Cat would be a great signing & I don't see it being an issue splitting the week into 3 and 2 instead to accommodate somebody who doesn't want a 4 day gig?

Arguably, that would be safer for This Morning as they'd be easing the reliance on just 1 duo doing the bulk of the week.

I've always thought Emma Willis would be pretty good and she's not on the telly enough, so would like to see her try a week or 2.