Comedian John Bishop has issued a definitive rebuke of comedy censorship as he prepares for his new stand-up tour. The 58-year-old funnyman has spoken out after deciding to quit his ITV chat show.

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As much as this tactic helps reassure him as a performer, it also means Lee can never perform in his hometown of Southport.