More absolute tosh
...We did consider the impact on users before making the final decision, though these types of editorial decisions are not subject to the public sector equality duty.
Safety and privacy have proven to be big talking topics over the last couple of years in social media circles and many empowering improvements have been made as a result. If you've been scared away in the past, it might be worth taking a new look.
I highly doubt they did "consider" how it would affect us, as no one was asked as far as I'm aware! Also, the way the blog talks down to us about social networking sites not being the big bad wolf users fear is, to be blunt, a load of crap.
What they obviously have not taken into account is mental health issues - what the BBC see as not a big issue - just find a new place! - could be for some people, very destabilising. To put it figuratively, imagine the Ouch! board is a big security blanket, one that makes us feel secure and safe in the knowledge that we can post bluntly and openly about what is up with us. Using Facebook for this exposes your personal identity to anybody else using the group, or anyone who cares to find out. Additionally, you can not make accounts under a false name - at risk of being banned.
The BBC are essentially taking that security blanket, ripping it to shreds, and throwing us a manky, threadbare rag.
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