>Behind-the-scenes documentary on the BBC’s policy in dealing with gay men.
Chris Ledgard recalls the battle within the BBC to make programmes about homosexuality in the 1950s and 60s. Contributors include former homosexual law reform campaigner Antony Grey, pioneering documentary maker Colin Thomas and historian Jean Seaton.
The BBC and the Closet
Tuesday 29 January
11:30-12:00
BBC Radio 4 FM
* How gays first came out on air – Related article in The Times
* Tuned Out – the BBC’s portrayal of lesbian and gay people – Stonewall report published in March 2006