• The BBFC stands for British Board of Film Classification
• They are an independent, non-governmental body
• They are funded by and make their money by charging those who submit films and video works for classification eg. film distribution companies
• They classify films on behalf of the local authorities who license cinemas under the Licensing Act of 2003
• The classification is only a guideline and not the law so they can be overruled by the local council if they feel the certification is wrong
• They will not classify material which they believe to be in breach of criminal law
• They carry out responsibilities, where possible, through appropriate use of the classification categories, particularly in order the protect children from any harm which may be caused. If necessary they may cut or even reject a film.
• The BBFC update their guidelines by through surveys and research from the public to see if public tastes, attitudes, concerns have changed and also if there have been any changes in the law.
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