07/08/2015

Parents Plan Frankie Boyle Protest

Frankie Boyle's performance at Féile an Phobail is to be protested by parents of children with disabilities, according to a report by the BBC.

The booking of the Scottish comedian has proved controversial over the content of his shows.

Festival organisers have previously apologised for the booking, saying that they were "deeply sorry for any hurt or offence" caused by his appearance.

Amid calls for the show to be cancelled, the festival said that it would go-ahead.

(MH)

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