Mary Poppins has recently been deemed to no longer be suitable for younger children to watch on their own – due to claims of 'discriminatory language'.

From generation to generation, Mary Poppins has arrived in the homes of children for many years and given the impression of the perfect nanny.

However, The British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) has lifted the age rating from a U to a PG as it apparently contains “discriminatory language” which is related to the use of the word Hottentots.

The term is regarded to be racially offensive and is used twice by Admiral Boom, who is played by Reginald Owen, and believed he is a naval commander in charge of a ship.

The BBFC said: “We understand from our racism and discrimination research... that a key concern for... parents is the potential to expose children to discriminatory language or behaviour which they may find distressing or repeat without realising the potential offence.”

“Content with immediate and clear condemnation is more likely to receive a lower rating.”