45k sign petition to stop Channel 4 showing 'Benefits Street'
More than 45,000 people have signed a petition calling on Channel 4 to stop broadcasting the controversial show, "Benefits Street" which is filmed in Birmingham.
Benefits Street: nearly 30,000 sign petition to stop programme
Nearly 30,000 people have signed a petition calling on Channel 4 to stop broadcasting the documentary "Benefits Street" and to make a donation to a relevant charity.
The first episode of the four-part series, based on James Turner Street in Birmingham, had been criticised by the organisers of the petition for 'stirring up hatred' towards people on benefits.
The second part of the five-part series is due to be shown tonight.
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