This complaint deals with the anti-homosexuality stance in the series “Focus on the Family” broadcast in the 
religious programming slot on a Sunday morning. The complainants aver that this programme is one-sided in its treatment of the subject and does not present a balanced viewpoint. It is also averred that the programme constitutes hate speech. It was decided that balance was not required in this type of religious programme that is of an instructional nature and not purported to be a discussion of controversial issues of public importance. Such treatment of the topic also found not to be hate speech as there was no advocacy of hatred and no incitement to cause harm. No contravention of Code found. Complaint dismissed.
