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Experts: The Promise deliberately demonises Israel

March 3, 2011 12:34
Unbelievable: Erin (right) wanders around Hebron on her own

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Marcus Dysch,

Marcus Dysch

1 min read

The Zionist Federation has led a barrage of complaints to Channel 4 over its drama series, The Promise, which ended on Sunday. Letters of complaint were also sent by the Board of Deputies and the Israeli Embassy in London.

Channel 4 confirmed it had received more than 200 "comments" from viewers but a spokeswoman said: "Well over half were appreciative."

The Israeli Embassy said it had received more complaints than over any other programme shown in years.

Jonathan Hoffman, ZF co-vice chair, said: "Even though this was a drama and not a documentary, many viewers would have taken it as historic fact. Channel 4 has an obligation to at least attempt to be balanced and accurate.

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