Victoria Wood: The Standard We’re Still Trying to Reach

Jacquie J Sarah

Published on: 19/04/2026

Ten years after her death, Victoria Wood’s influence on British comedy is still unmatched. A personal reflection on her work, her writing, and why we’re still trying to catch up.

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Alf Garnett: The Bigot Who Wasn’t Meant to Win

Jacquie J Sarah

Published on: 10/11/2025

Alf Garnett was designed to mock bigotry — not celebrate it. Here’s how Till Death Us Do Part blurred the line between satire and offence.

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