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Peter Kay's Radio Reunion With Paddy McGuinness Spotlights OFCOM Joke and Social Media Pushback

His remarks signal a broader insistence on controlling distribution.

Overview

  • Kay told McGuinness on BBC Radio 2 that he avoids his friend's professional projects because their banter could draw OFCOM complaints.
  • He said BBC staff repeatedly asked to post Radio 2 segments on social platforms and that he told them to stop.
  • The appearance followed Kay adding 21 more dates to his stand‑up tour, now scheduled through August next year.
  • Kay said Netflix sought to license Phoenix Nights but he refused after being told a trigger warning would precede the series.
  • He added that a Phoenix Nights film script is complete, though production is on hold as he waits for de‑aging technology to suit flashback scenes.