ITV cleared over ‘tranny’ gags

Chortle.co.uk

Broadcasting watchdogs have rejected 100 complaints that ITV1 comedy Moving Wallpaper was offensive to transsexuals.

Ofcom received the complaints after the transsexual character Georgina was introduced as a writer on the fictional production team.

During the episode Georgina experienced bigoted treatment from other characters, including the egotistical producer Jonathan Pope, played by Ben Miller. Those who complained said the storyline was offensive and encouraged bullying and discrimination against transsexuals.