Is a content warning for TV comedy over the top?

I UNDERSTAND why TV stations broadcast a warning about bad language and scenes of a sexual nature before TV dramas made for an adult audience. But I am bemused that increasingly when I watch classic comedies on catch-up TV, there is the message: ‘This programme reflects the broadcast standards, language and attitudes of its time. Some viewers may find this content offensive.’

M. SPRINGER, Reading, Berks.

I WAS watching a TV tribute to the late, great comedian Dick Emery. After every commercial break, it was announced: ‘This programme contains nudity, bad language and outdated views that might cause offence.’ I would like to complain: I saw no nudity, heard no bad language and certainly wasn’t offended. In fact, it was one of the funniest shows I’ve seen in a long time.

PETE WILLIAMS, Hayes End, Middlesex.

I SAT down to watch a documentary about Kenneth Williams and was surprised it was preceded by the warning: ‘Adult humour, innuendo, mildly offensive language and discussions of sexuality and nudity which some viewers may find upsetting.’

K. BENNETT, Fowey, Cornwall.

WHY does the BBC have a guidance warning for Strictly on catch-up TV, stating ‘This content is not suitable for audience members under 16’? Surely this is family entertainment.

HARRY RICHARDS, Tavistock, Devon.

A FOOTBALL commentator has been suspended for saying ‘handbags’ and ‘drama queen’. However, foul language is broadcast after 9pm.

A. PRESCOTT, Ormskirk, Lancs.