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Linehan says he has ‘lost a great deal’ as he denies harassing transgender woman

The Irish comedy writer appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court charged with harassing Sophia Brooks and damaging her phone in October last year.

Evening Standard

Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan denies harassing transgender activist

The comedy writer says he ‘will not waver in my resolve’ as he faces trial

The Independent UK

Graham Linehan pleads not guilty in court over alleged criminal damage and harassment of trans activist

Graham Linehan told cheering supporters outside court: “I will not waver in my resolve.”

Evening Standard

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Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan charged with harassment

The writer is due to face the charges on May 12 at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.

The Independent UK

The 15 most problematic TV shows of the 21st century, from Little Britain to Baby Reindeer, ranked

THE COUNTDOWN: When it comes to television, there’s ‘aged poorly’ and then there’s ‘what on earth were they thinking?’ – here are the modern series that broadcasters should regret (and we should probably regret watching), as selected by The Independent’s culture desk staff

The Independent UK

Chris O'Dowd says he wishes controversial The IT Crowd creator Graham Linehan would write more

Chris O’Dowd says he thinks Graham Linehan is ‘the best comedy writer I’ve worked with’

Evening Standard

Chris O’Dowd voices support for controversial TV writer Graham Linehan

‘The IT Crowd’ writer has faced staunch criticism for his anti-transgender views

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Graham Linehan launches social media campaign to get his stalled Father Ted musical on stage

The writer claims he turned down an offer of £200,000 to take his name off the planned stage version of the hit TV show

Evening Standard

A trade union for free speech? Battle lines drawn over groups that claim representative status

The Free Speech Union says its members can claim fees as a tax deduction, but ACTU argues unregistered unions cannot provide effective representation

The Guardian - AU

Tough Crowd by Graham Linehan review – all joking aside

How a self-defeating obsession derailed the career of one of Britain’s most successful comedy writers

The Guardian - UK

The problems with Graham Linehan’s memoir Tough Crowd

The ‘Father Ted’ writer who more recently uses his platform to share controversial views on the transgender community has released a memoir describing how his life was ‘smashed to smithereens’. It’s a strange, sad read, writes Louis Chilton – one that crumbles under the slightest scrutiny

The Independent UK

Graham Linehan ‘dropped by his agent’ after attacking Doctor Who star David Tennant

‘Black Books’ writer criticised Tennant for wearing a t-shirt telling people to ‘leave trans kids alone’

The Independent UK

Graham Linehan ‘dropped by his agent’ after attacking Doctor Who star David Tennant

‘Black Books’ writer criticised Tennant for wearing a t-shirt telling people to ‘leave trans kids alone’

The Independent UK

Graham Linehan ‘dropped by his agent’ after attacking Doctor Who star David Tennant

‘Black Books’ writer criticised Tennant for wearing a t-shirt telling people to ‘leave trans kids alone’

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Graham Linehan claims he was ‘dropped by his agent’ after attacking David Tennant

‘Black Books’ writer criticised Tennant for wearing a t-shirt telling people to ‘leave trans kids alone’

The Independent UK

Graham Linehan lauds Richard Ayoade and Jonathan Ross’s bravery in backing him

The writer said he hopes their support will encourage others to ‘say what they think’ surrounding the trans rights discussion.

The Independent UK

Richard Ayoade and Jonathan Ross endorse Graham Linehan memoir about being ‘cancelled’

Review quotes for TV writer’s forthcoming memoir have caused online debate

Evening Standard

Graham Linehan at Comedy Unleashed review: not a cohesive live set

It was only the eighth stand-up gig by the Father Ted co-creator and trans rights movement critic... and it showed

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The National (Scotland)

Fringe gigs and media coverage 'harder for trans people to get', comic says

TRANS comedians have had less coverage in the media and struggled to book shows at the Edinburgh Fringe, it has been claimed ...

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes should 'reflect' on backing 'bully' Graham Linehan, Patrick Harvie says

KATE Forbes should “reflect” on her comments in support of anti-trans campaigner and comedian Graham Linehan, a Scottish Government minister has…

Evening Standard

OPINION - David Aaronovitch: Censorship to avoid causing offence is still just censorship

It’s tempting to see some culture wars-based arguments as petty, but any threat to freedom of speech is a real danger

The National (Scotland)

Kate Forbes backs Graham Linehan in row over Fringe show cancellation

KATE Forbes has backed anti-transgender comedian Graham Linehan following a row over a Fringe show cancellation.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s a zeitgeist-capturer’: climate crisis and trans rights are talk of Edinburgh festival

Walkout by authors over fossil fuel links plus controversies about identity, racism and sexism are hot topics at politically charged event

The Independent UK

Graham Linehan axed by second Fringe venue following accusations of transphobia

‘Father Ted’ writer is an outspoken critic of the trans rights movement

The National (Scotland)

Graham Linehan comedy show moved to outside Scottish Parliament

THE comedy Fringe show featuring TV writer Graham Linehan has finally settled on a venue: outside the Scottish Parliament.

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