Censorship

The BBFC / The OFCOM
The BBFC:

     British Board of Film Classificaations

1. Used to be known as the British Board of Film Censors
2. They classify films, video, DVDs and some video games
3. BBFC was introduced in 1912 as the Brtish Board of Film Censorshipm to the industry.
4. In response to the Cinematography Act 1909, as this had introduced Censorship to the industry.
5. BBFC is a non-governmental organisation
6. But sometimes that they worked with the government to censor some aspects of film
7. Local Authorities ca over-turn the BBFC's decision before release
8. The majority of LAs will just expect the BBFCs ruling

The OFCOM 

They are independent regulators of the media and coomunication industries.OFCOM deals with some internet issues, mainly with television and radio.Specification of Broadcast Code provides sets of mandatory broadcast rules as it covers:

1. Protection of under 18
2. Harm and Offence
3. Crime
4. Religion
5. Sponsorship
6. Elections
7. Privacy