Once again Ofcom is taking things too far,by requiring the BBC to make a fortnightly complaints reportViewers (or readers) bear two broad areas of complaint. One is when something’s mistaken and needs correction. The other is simple dislike of subject matter, language or style. Ofcom, and with the BBC’s current top board,bear an obvious interest in seeing wrongs righted. But to reveal dislikes, mere beefs over 100 protests strong, and every fortnight,accompanied by a corporation running commentary? Ofcom, as is depressingly usual these days, and goes too far.
A few dozen gripes approximately a programme watched by millions can be relatively insignificant – especially in an era of mass tweeting and trolling. Edgy drama or comedy that is pushing the boundaries is bound to offend as well as entertain.
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Source: guardian.co.uk