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Town Sq Kingston Cancels Cartoon Exhibit Amid Controversy

5/2/2025

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In a bold move, Town Sq Kingston in southwest London has scrapped its "Licence to Offend" cartoon exhibition, fearing potential backlash rather than responding to actual complaints. Featuring 16 talented cartoonists, including five from The Times, this cancellation ignites a fiery debate about the boundaries of artistic expression and the chilling effect of perceived offense on creativity.

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In a bold move, Town Sq Kingston in southwest London has scrapped its "Licence to Offend" cartoon exhibition, fearing potential backlash rather than responding to actual complaints. Featuring 16 talented cartoonists, including five from The Times, this cancellation ignites a fiery debate about the boundaries of artistic expression and the chilling effect of perceived offense on creativity.