I know simon has been having a dig at the judges over certain choices they made, but let's be honest if Simon had really wanted to do the auditions then he would of found a way. I think the show has suffered for it this year because he has not been involved from the start. Does anyone feel the same ?

don't be fooled - he may not be there, but he is still completely in control

No because its the producers who sit through the 6 previous auditions to determine what acts even go on show for the judges. So no i dont agree.

He has spys.

It's all down to the production team. The judges are only there for effect.

I disagree. There are a few acts which they want through and they are happy to load the shows with rubbish to make sure that the prefered acts do well

Completely agree ! Of course they are only there for effect, and they are scripted to within an inch of their lives. I wish people would just accept that BGT, X-factor, Big Brother... all of them........ are pure scripted drama and NOT REALITY tv at all !!!