Alan Jones steps down from government talent program after allegations

On Friday afternoon, Jones confirmed he would be “standing aside” and had nothing further to say beyond what the TDP would say.

The Financial Review is not suggesting that Jones’ decision to step down is an admission of wrongdoing.

It is alleged Jones inappropriately touched five men, including a former employee at 2GB, where Jones reigned as breakfast host for 18 years, the late businessman Alexander Hartman, a former waiter called Odin Childs, a young unnamed musician, and a man who alleges Jones groped his penis through his pants while he was driving in 2001.

2GB morning host Ray Hadley revealed on air on Thursday morning he had once spoken to the former 2GB employee, and had since cut all contact with Jones.