Katie Hopkins Dundee appearance CANCELLED
The controversial figure had been due to visit the city in October as part of a tour
Controversial media personality Katie Hopkins won't be visiting Dundee as planned in October, after the plug was pulled on her appearance at the Whitehall Theatre.
The former Apprentice star was making her way to Tayside as part of her Live, Laugh, Love tour.
But the booking was hit with a waft of criticism from Dundonian's.
Many condemned the theatre for hosting Ms Hopkins in the first place.
Why is she unpopular?
Hopkins has made a name for herself over the years for making unpopular right wing views on hot topics like immigration, social class and sexuality.
She's also been banned from social media platform Twitter for breaking rules on hate speech.
There is even an infamous television interview with her poking fun at children's names.
Whitehall Theatre statement
The theatre issued a statement on Facebook saying the following: "The booking of Katie Hopkins has proven to be controversial.
"Some people have expressed concern dismay and outrage, that we, as an independent theatre, had chosen to host such a performance.
"Here at the Whitehall Theatre, we welcome everyone, no matter what race, gender or sexuality and we hope our audiences feel comfortable and safe when attending shows at the venue.
"Our views do not align with Katie Hopkins"
"We are a non-political, neutral venue, inclusive and welcoming to everyone, and the views of the management and staff of the Whitehall Theatre do not align with Katie Hopkins’ views.
"The Whitehall Theatre tries to create the best and most diverse programme we can, catering to all our audiences and if we were to refuse to book a performance on the grounds that someone, somewhere might find the contents of that performance objectionable then we would likely have to consider closing the doors for good.
"Keeping staff safe"
"On this occasion, the management have decided to withdraw this performance not only due to the concerns of the public but also to ensure the safety of our staff should the event have gone ahead.
"We apologise if this caused upset to those believing Katie shouldn't be given a platform and also to those who had booked tickets to come to the event.
"All customers who had already booked tickets will be contacted and issued full refunds".