BBC edit Horrible Histories episodes featuring slavery and child labour - The Independent

The BBC Removes Controversial Sketches from Mitchell and Webb

The BBC removed 11 comedy sketches from the duo's iPlayer, citing concerns over racism. The Telegraph noted the duo's silence on the censorship as deeply concerning. The Times reported that the BBC modified sketches mocking racist themes. Additionally, the BBC edited episodes of Horrible Histories featuring slavery and child labour, prompting strong reactions from the audience.

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