Geordies lose their sense of humour
The Guardian reports on an attempt by Newcastle councillors to make comedians sign a contract agreeing to avoid jokes which might offend minorities following an attempt by public sector union, UNISON, to get Roy Chubby Brown banned from playing the City Hall, where he has appeared regularly for 20 years.
The issue was passed by the council to its equalities board which has recommended the council bans from its venues “acts contrary to the council’s visions, values and social inclusion agenda, and which conflict with its community leadership role”.
So anyone who wants to question, challenge or parody any of the council’s visions, values or agenda will not be permitted from doing so at any council ouned venues. That must make for some incredibly dull debates.
Sunday 19 Jun 2005 | Paul | UK
