The Snowman: is it outdated and offensive and should be banned?

19th December 2023

WATCHING The Snowman is an annual Christmas tradition for anyone with nothing better to do. But is the whimsical tale about a boy running away with a stranger problematic?

Join Mash Premium today

Unlimited ad-free access, exclusive stories

£0 first month

One Month for Free
£3 per month thereafter

Start Trial Now

Already have an account? Sign in HERE

This week in Mash history: Norway panic buys last-minute gift for Britain, 1947

18th December 2023

EVERY Christmas, Norway gifts Britain a 20-metre tall spruce in thanks for our air during World War Two, in a tradition the country is unable to stop without looking a dick.