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Neil Shaw

Love Island row as domestic abuse charity calls men's behaviour 'concerning'

A leading domestic abuse charity has labelled the alleged "misogyny and casual sexism" in this year's Love Island as "extremely concerning". Refuge said "the double standards, gaslighting and coercive control being displayed by the men in the villa is hugely problematic".

Critics say the latest season of the hit ITV show has been marred by some unsavoury scenes in the villa. Some male contestants have been accused of misogynous behaviour - with reports of Ofcom complaints over the issue.

Now the charity Refuge has weighed in on the topic. A spokesperson said: "The misogyny and casual sexism witnessed on this series of #LoveIsland is extremely concerning.

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