[Jordan.]

Channel 5 has been criticised by broadcast watchdog Ofcom over incidents from this summer's series of Big Brother.

Ofcom received a total of 2,085 complaints during the 2012 series of the reality show, and has agreed that viewers' complaints about an incident featuring contestant Conor McIntyre breached its broadcasting code.

McIntyre made comments of a sexual and physical nature against fellow contestant and housemate Deana Uppal. The aggressive remarks related to the insertion of an epilator, which many viewers considered to be bullying.

Big Brother summoned McIntyre to the Diary Room about his comments and he was also quizzed on his conduct during his exit interview. He apologised for his actions during a visit to the Diary Room.

However, Ofcom has ruled that this did not "remedy the very high level of offence that was caused" and said that the broadcaster had not applied generally accepted standards, and Rule 2.3 of the Code was breached.

The second breach followed the closing down of Facebook voting during the series, which meant that fans who had purchased voting credits were unable to use them.

Ofcom considered that the case raised issues warranting investigation under Rule 2.14 of the Code, which states: "Broadcasters must ensure that viewers and listeners are not materially misled about any broadcast competition or voting."

In its investigation's conclusion, the watchdog ruled: "Ofcom accepted that Channel 5 did not deliberately intend to mislead viewers about the Facebook voting process. We noted the Licensee's suspension of voting was a precautionary measure rather than the result of a complete technical breakdown during a voting window.

"However, given that viewers had paid for their votes on the basis that they could use them until voting closed in the Live Final, and voting via the Facebook application closed prematurely, Ofcom considered those 1,363 viewers were misled that they would be able to place the votes they had bought, albeit unintentionally.

"We noted that Channel 5 took a number of steps to try and rectify the problem when it came to light and that a technical solution to the vulnerability was introduced for the remainder of the series. We also took into account the measures it put in place to notify viewers of the incident and its provision of refunds wherever possible.

"We acknowledge that the previous case in 2011 involved different technical issues. Nevertheless, following the 2011 series, it is a serious concern to Ofcom that the Big Brother Facebook application again experienced technical difficulties. Channel 5 viewers were again unable to use votes that they had purchased. Consequently, Ofcom is recording a breach of Rule 2.14 of the Code."

Justice for Deana

[Jordan.]

Other complaints:

25 June 2012: Conor’s remarks about Deana and the epilator: Breach of Rule 2.3
"“In applying generally accepted standards broadcasters must ensure that
material which may cause offence is justified by the context...Such material
may include...offensive language...[and] sexual violence[.]”"
28 June 2012: Caroline’s “gorilla” comment: NOT in Breach
19 July 2012: Scott’s comments about Deana eating with her hands: NOT in Breach

[Kate!]

Official recognition at last to condemn the foul disgusting brute and C5 for allowing it to go unchecked

[Roy Mars III]

[MTVN]

[Kate!]

Spoiler that monstrosity please Royston

[Jordan.]

Spent the money like a true chav I see

[Vicky.]

Bit late now, no1curr anymore and the damage has already been done

[Matt]

Glad that Ofcom came to the right conclusion. Although I appreciate the greater freedom that Big Brother has on Channel 5, hopefully the producers won't be so callous when considering incidents like Conor's in the future.

[Jake.]

Still great how many complaints BB13 had, the regular series with the most complaints yet

[BBfanUSA]

So wait they have to redo the final or something? Ofcom makes BB announce Deana as the winner?

[thesheriff443]

have they been given a fine?
or just a telling off.

[Me. I Am Salman]

Good, but as already mentioned the damage has been done.. They rewarded him with half the prize fund

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Salman!

Good, but as already mentioned the damage has been done.. They rewarded him with half the prize fund

yes, and he'll have spent it on ****e most likely.

[Suze]

Originally Posted by Matt

Glad that Ofcom came to the right conclusion. Although I appreciate the greater freedom that Big Brother has on Channel 5, hopefully the producers won't be so callous when considering incidents like Conor's in the future.

They won't give two hoots.

[Black Dagger]

She'll always have more class and dignity then that disgusting brute anyway.

Still gets me how he constantly bragged about his money to Lydia, Benedict and Deana when they probably earn more than that anyway.

[Jake.]

It's true though, I much prefer this non-pc approach 5 has taken. Obviously something should have been done, but it feels far more laid back than the last few years on 4.

[Munchkins]

I don't even want to remember Conor, disgusting caveman

[LemonJam]

oh yay an even tamer Big Brother next year.

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Suze

They won't give two hoots.

Very sadly, this seems to be true

[Ramsay]

This is horrible news

[Marcus.]

why buy it on an scooter

[MTVN]

Originally Posted by bigbrother12

why buy it on an scooter

Conor McIntyre ‏@ConorMcOfficial
So everyone keeps asking Wat I bought with the 50k.. Well here it is.. My new pride and joy..Some wagon !! #bigpimpin

[Marcus.]

Originally Posted by MTVN

Conor McIntyre ‏@ConorMcOfficial
So everyone keeps asking Wat I bought with the 50k.. Well here it is.. My new pride and joy..Some wagon !! #bigpimpin

what an wasted of money

[Ramsay]

Originally Posted by MTVN

Conor McIntyre ‏@ConorMcOfficial
So everyone keeps asking Wat I bought with the 50k.. Well here it is.. My new pride and joy..Some wagon !! #bigpimpin