Newcastle pub apologises after backlash to 'midget tossing' event

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A Newcastle pub's decision to advertise 'midget tossing' as part of its Wolf of Wall Street-inspired event has been slammed as 'offensive', 'degrading' and 'unbelievably ignorant.'

A Newcastle pub has taken down a 'Wolf of Wall Street' themed event which included"midget tossing" in its promotional material after significant backlash on social media.

"We had no intention of doing so and this was a misguided comment, in reference to the film. We wish to apologise for any comments and sadness this has bought to the community."

 

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😂😂😂 soo stupid yet so funny

Midget tossing? Well that can be interpreted two ways

Im a midget and want to be tossed. What do now sbs. My body my choice

They'll just have to stick to cage fighting

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