The Undateables
There was much controversy surrounding the series when it was first introduced, from newspapers such as "The Mirror" and "The Guardian", due to the word 'undateable' being used in the title to describe people with mental and physical disabilities. However, Channel 4 claims that the title of the series is based upon society's preconceptions of these people. "The Undateables" faced significant backlash from doctors who branded the show "offensive" and "exploitative". Dr. Rachael Pickering said that the series had left her "disturbed at being part of a society that might seek to view disabled people as a source of comedy". She also spoke with the BMA (British Medical Association) annual representatives about the danger of patients being exploited by the TV documentary. In an interview with Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield on "This Morning", two stars of the then-upcoming fifth series, Tammy and James, responded to the assertions, with Tammy stating that she found it "quite insulting" that she "would be exploited in any way." She added, "Just because I’m disfigured, I’m not stupid."
Controversy
The documentary has been narrated by Sally Phillips throughout.