ITV has come under increasing criticism from fans of the popular quiz show "The Chase," who are frustrated by the network's repeated airing of old episodes. Despite having "tonnes" of completed episodes stored, ITV has been showing repeats more frequently, leading to complaints from viewers. This has prompted Mark Labbett, one of the show's stars, to address the issue on X/Twitter. He explained that the increase in repeats is due to budget cuts and a temporary production break. Labbett noted that ITV is currently "not making a lot of anything right now" and suggested that if "The Chase" repeats were avoided, other programs would be repeated instead. In 2025, ITV announced plans to reduce costs and delay some programs in response to a sharp drop in advertising revenue. The network aimed to save £20 million by postponing certain shows, but it assured viewers that no popular programs or jobs would be affected. As part of these changes, ITV restructured its daytime schedule. It shortened episodes of "Lorraine" to 30 minutes, moving the remaining half-hour to "Good Morning Britain." This change was implemented in January 2026, while other shows like "This Morning" and "Loose Women" kept their usual time slots. Anne Hegerty, another star of "The Chase," spoke about the intense filming schedule, saying it has "worked us into the ground." She also revealed that the Chasers, the group of quiz experts on the show, are not paid a regular salary but instead receive payment per episode. Hegerty estimated that the "Chase" franchise generates around £100 million annually, including its spin-offs. She mentioned that the show is currently on hold for only a year, with "a tonne of other stuff" in development. However, the cast shares a common concern: the potential departure of host Bradley Walsh, despite his apparent enjoyment of the show. The situation highlights the challenges ITV faces in maintaining its programming lineup amid financial pressures. While the network has made changes to its schedule and production plans, the impact on popular shows like "The Chase" has sparked concerns among fans and cast members alike. The balance between cost-saving measures and preserving audience favorites remains a key issue for the channel.