In the opening sequence of episode 1 we see different sexualities represented and the obvious regional identity is 'northerners' specifically from Manchester. We first hear an introduction from the character Frank in his typical northern accent, he is slightly slurring his words and sounds quite rough, which can be stereotypically 'Northern'. The rough stereotype of northerners is continued when we see the scene outside the nightclub where Steve punches the bouncer and the two girls verbally abuse him as they run off. Another stereotype is that generally the North of England is poorer than the south and it could be said that the quality and size of the Gallagher's home matches this, Frank himself says it is not the nicest area.
As for sexuality, we see the brothers Ian and Lip contrast; Lip is 'straight' and almost shoes off his sexual experiences with girls, Lip discovers that his brother may be Gay when he finds his folder and maybe stereotypical of some homosexuals is upset that his family have found out.
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