Books are being challenged in Scottish schools. Librarians fear a 'chilling effect' on freedom of speech
Dozens of complaints about reading material in school libraries have been received, with campaigners warning that "book bans" could increase.
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Ali and Sam are back again for episode 14 of The FFS Show.
In this podcast, we look at some misleading headlines around new guidance for schools in supporting trans young people.
Ali also explains and debunks an urban myth about a special job at Edinburgh Zoo helping penguins.
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