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The Authority has upheld a complaint an episode of the six-part drama series Half Man, which follows stepbrothers with a difficult history and fractious relationship, breached the offensive and disturbing content standard. The programme was broadcast at 8. 30pm and classified 16-VLSC (advisories for violence, language, sexual content, and content that may offend). The Authority found the episode’s strong content and themes went beyond a 16 rating and required a higher rating of 18, meaning it should have aired in a later timeslot. The programme was therefore more likely to disproportionately offend or disturb viewers, who were not properly informed of the level of upcoming strong content. Despite its incorrect classification, the Authority did not find a breach of the children’s interests standard given the programme was clearly signposted as being unsuitable for children and broadcast outside of children’s viewing times....