BCP Council says titles by David Walliams will remain in local libraries, while stock is refreshed over time after sexual misconduct allegations were reported, which he denies. Libraries across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will keep David Walliams books on their shelves for now. BCP Council said it has no plans to withdraw titles by the children’s author after reports by ITV News and The Guardian on Tuesday alleged that several women had accused him of sexual misconduct. Walliams, who denies all the allegations, has written 23 children’s books including Gangsta Granny, Grandpa’s Grea
Libraries across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole will keep David Walliams books on their shelves for now.
BCP Council said it has no plans to withdraw titles by the children’s author after reports by ITV News and The Guardian on Tuesday alleged that several women had accused him of sexual misconduct.
Walliams, who denies all the allegations, has written 23 children’s books including Gangsta Granny, Grandpa’s Great Escape, The Boy in The Dress and Midnight Gang, which are among the titles held by libraries locally.
A council spokesperson said “Our book stock is continually refreshed as trends change” and added that copies are expected to be replaced by newer books over time rather than being removed now.
The position follows HarperCollins confirming in September 2026 that it was cutting ties with Walliams and would no longer represent his back catalogue, meaning those books would not be replaced when they sold out in shops.
