'The world is a scary place right now'

Mum-of-two Ashley James opens up to new about internet trolls and drink spiking, as she backs a new campaign

- KENZI DEVINE

If there's one thing Ashley James isn't afraid of, it's speaking out for something she believes in. Be it calling out toxic masculinity on social media or getting embroiled in a heated debate on This Morning, she's never short on fighting spirit.

In our exclusive chat, the DJ and presenter, 38, says she wants to better the world for her children; Alfie, four, and Ada, two, whose dad is partner Tommy Andrews - particularly after some terrifying experiences of her own.

“I'm outspoken, but the more you talk about things, the more you can fight for change. There are so many scary things out there, especially as a mother; the thought of my children experiencing things I have - whether it's trolling or other issues - makes me nervous. The world's a scary place now.”

On the topic of trolling, something celebrities are all too familiar with, she talks about her experiences on social media and gossip website, Tattle Life, which is now being shut down. The website allows users to post anonymously, but Ashley says the harassment she has encountered on it has made its way into her home life, too.

“People don't realise that it's not just gossiping and chatting, it's much darker,” she says. “In my case, someone made a false allegation against me to social services, who came to my door.