English Heritage acknowledges Enid Blyton’s work as ‘racist and xenophobic’

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy English Heritage has apparently updated its website to acknowledge children’s author Enid Blyton’s problematic views. “Our 1997 Blue Plaque to Enid Blyton is back in the news along with our online bio of the children’s author, whose books are loved by many. We’ll continue to update our website so that the story behind each plaque – and each person – is told in full.” In 2019, the Royal Mint’s decision to stop the release of a commemorative Enid Blyton coin caused a considerable backlash. The host added: “There are social lines that have changed and you can’t judge people by the standards of today, so actually I think personally to call Enid Blyton homophobic is ridiculous.” open image in gallery A spokeswoman for the Royal Mint said at the time: “The point of the advisory committee is to ensure that themes commemorated on UK coins are varied, inclusive and represent the most significant events in our history.