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C4 escapes censure over big brother swearing
12.10.09
Broadcasting watchdog Ofcom is to take no further action following a foul-mouthed outburst by two Big Brother contestants on daytime TV after Channel 4 apologised to viewers.
Evicted housemates Noirin Kelly and Isaac Stout both swore within minutes of each other after being invited to appear on a lunchtime edition of Big Brother's Little Brother - despite being warned about language.
Presenter George Lamb immediately apologised to viewers after both occasions, as did the contestants, and Channel 4 broadcast a further apology moments later.
Ofcom said: "Given the immediate and appropriate action taken by the broadcaster, we consider the matter resolved."
Channel 4 said Isaac's use of the word "f***" in the pre-watershed programme on a Sunday was "highly regrettable".
