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The Baftas? The woke awards should be renamed the 'Daftas', says Dame Maureen Lipman as she slams their approach to gender issues


Last week it was revealed winners in acting categories can have their mask plaques and certificates changed from 'actor' or 'actress' to 'performer'.

Last week it was revealed winners in acting categories can have their mask plaques and certificates changed from 'actor' or 'actress' to 'performer' (File photo) In her 'Diary' piece for the magazine, she said: 'Back home through the ghost of Storm Henk, I watch The Graduate from start to finish. But this has sparked concerns shortlists could end up being filled with men, which happened in the best artist category at last year's Brit Awards.

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