legislation

1912 - British board of film censors is created by a film industry as a means of ensuring uniformity for film classification.

1960- In the first famous trial using the new publications act, D H Lawrence's novel, Lady Chatterley's lover becomes available for the first time in 32 years. Where it is deemed as art rather than pornography.

1970- Age limit of X is raised from 16 to 18.

1982- Introduction of PG, 15, 18 and R18 categories.

1984- VRA is passed following the arrival of video in the UK.