BBC The One Show has ignited an online debate after airing a segment of the show, which discussed the possibility of The Black Boy pubs changing their names.
During the segment, it was revealed that the name dates back to the 1500s and there are still nearly 30 pubs across England and Wales with the name.Campaigners claim that the name can cause offence.The show focused on landlord Peter Dillingham who owns a Black Boy pub in St Albans, and who is debating changing the name.While he is yet to rename the pub, he is discussing with locals about a possible relaunch.As the segment aired on BBC One viewers flocked to Twitter to give their take.Far from impressed, one viewer tweeted: "God we'll be changing the name of Black Forest Gateaux next,.
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