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'I can't give it enough dedication': Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish PULLS OUT of Dragon's Den... as vitamin company CEO Tej Lalvani takes his place

He was announced as one of the new investors in Dragon's Den just over a week ago - but Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish has already said he's out.

The Crystal Palace chairman took to Twitter on Wednesday, where he revealed he felt he didn't have enough time to dedicate to the new role.

It perhaps comes as little surprise as his football team are battling their way out of relegation, but still have a way to go.

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He's OUT! Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish had PULLED OUT of the 15th series of Dragon's Den, claiming that he can't give it enough of his time
He's OUT! Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish had PULLED OUT of the 15th series of Dragon's Den, claiming that he can't give it enough of his time

On his decision to step down, Steve told the BBC:

'On reflection, I have come to the conclusion that I couldn’t give Dragons’ Den the time and commitment the show needs and that the entrepreneurs deserve, therefore I have decided to give up my Dragons’ seat to someone else.