7. Language

• Many people are offended, some of them deeply, by bad language
• This may include offensive language with a sexual, religious or racial association or commonly understood rude gestures
• The extent of that offence may vary according to their age, gender, race, background, beliefs and expectations as well as the context in which the word, expression or gesture is used
• For these reasons, it is impossible to set out comprehensive lists of words, expressions or gestures which are acceptable at each category. The advice at different classification levels, therefore, provides general guidance taking account of the views expressed in public consultation exercises