Media regulators

OFCOM

BBFC

  • protects audience from unsuitable content (either ratings or suggesting cuts)

responsible for regulation and management of communication services in the uk

where you can complain about broadband, mobile networks, television, radio

ensures audience aren't exposed to inappropriate content

  • audiences can have informed choices on which films they watch

responsible for the classification of films and trailers shown in cinemas or distributed on media, such as dvds

  • they take into account dangerous behaviour; violence, criminal activity, abuse, offensive language

PEGI

they provide age classifications for video games (which is based on how suitable the content is and not difficulty of the game)

IPSO

pan european game information

british board of film classification

the office of communication

the independent press standards organisation

regulates most newspapers and magazines published in the UK

ensures that reports should be accurate and not mislead the public

ASA

they respond to calls/complaints about advertisements and have the ability to ban if necesery

ads which are either misleading or irresponsible

ensures advertisers, agencys and media owners follow the correct rules

advertising standards agency