Legal Issues that Affect Media

Which organisation oversees advertising regulation in the UK?

• Ofcom

• Pegi

• BBFC

• ASA

What does the ASA regulate in the UK?

• Billboards

• Video games

• Television content

• Radio programs

Which organisation monitors communication industries including television and radio?

• ASA

• Ofcom

• Pegi

• BBFC

What does Ofcom monitor for compliance with its regulations?

• TV and radio content

• Internet content

• Billboard advertisements

• Newspaper articles

What does the BBFC classify media products based on?

• Budget of the production

• Violence and language

• Age of the actors

• Number of viewers

What is the highest age rating given by BBFC?

• Suitable for all

• Parental Guidance

• Suitable for 12 years and older

• Suitable only for 18 years and older

What must media producers do before releasing content to avoid legal repercussions?

• Submit content for rating and approval

• Promote the content on social media

• Include more violence in the content

• Ignore the classification systems

What do ASA and Ofcom ensure for media producers?

• High profits

• Compliance

• Creative freedom

• No regulations

Why is understanding the work of the ASA, OFCOM and the BBFC crucial for media producers?

• To limit creative decisions

• To ignore audience protection

• To increase production costs

• To avoid fines and content removal

What does ASA stand for?

• Advertising Standards Authority

• American Standards Association

• Advertising Set Authority

• All Standards Authority