British audiences are becoming more tolerant of foul language on TV and radio, according to a controversial new report commissioned by the nation’s media regulator.
But critics have slammed the research, based on discussions with just 129 people, and warned that it could encourage broadcasters to air even more obscene language.
Ofcom’s report claims that the use of “Jesus Christ” is generally considered to be acceptable “because it is frequently used in everyday life and not usually used in a context which is likely to offend people.”...