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AIBU to think that if someone appears on mainstream media MN should not delete the discussion

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LesserCelandine · 12/05/2025 13:30

Not a repeat of the other threads on one particular person’s appearance on Radio 4 but rather about whether MN should delete threads discussing that appearance or appearance by others on mainstream TV and Radio. I was shocked this morning to see MN had deleted one such thread.

It is one thing to comment on someone trying to live a private life who has been thrust unexpectedly into the limelight. It is another to censor discussion when someone has put themselves forward, especially if what they say breaches the law.

BeckyAMumsnet · 12/05/2025 14:25

Hi all, We're happy to clarify why the previous thread was deleted. We absolutely do allow discussion of public figures and their media appearances, and we're not in the business of shielding people from criticism, particularly where public commentary or legal arguments are involved. But we also expect threads to stick to the substance of what’s been said or done in the public domain rather than veering into personal territory. In this case, the thread had crossed that line for us. The fact that the person is also a Mumsnet user added an extra layer, and on balance, we felt removal was the right call.
We’re not trying to stifle discussion by any means but we do ask that it stays forthright without tipping into the personal, as that helps no one.
Thanks.

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