Westlife rapped for X Factor appearance which could have sparked epileptic fits
Westlife's performance on The X Factor last year broke broadcasting rules because it could have triggered seizures, Ofcom ruled today. The chart-topping band appeared on the Saturday night programme in October with flashing laser effects which could have affected epilepsy sufferers and should have carried a warning. Channel TV, which was meant to ensure the programme complied with broadcasting guidelines, admitted that the show did not meet the required standards. However it said it had tightene...
Guardian Music — The X Factor's brief use of rapidly flashing lights risked epileptic seizures in some viewers, media regulator findsOfcom has ruled that Westlife's performance on The X F... more info
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Scotsman.com — A PERFORMANCE by Westlife on hit TV show The X Factor broke broadcasting rules because it featured flashing laser effects that could have triggered seizures among people ... more info
The Mirror — Westlife's performance on The X Factor last year broke broadcasting rules because it could have triggered seizures, Ofcom ruled today. The chart-topping band appeared on ... more info