First of six programmes
Smacking children is wrong, it is harmful and parents should not do it.
The two films tonight which take strongly opposed views on this subject are made by Penelope Leach , mother and child psychologist, and Lynette Burrows , mother of six and a registered child minder. Presented by Margo MacDonald.
Film directors RICHARD HINES GERRY POMEROY
Series producer GAVIN DUTTON
BBC Community Programme Unit