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rainman    [27047.   Posted 23-Jul-2010 Fri 12:58] View Near Messages
Hi Malcom, just one night of TVX and Red HOT TV, all terrible rubbish and if taken out of the "adult theme context" would receive a BBFC 15 certificate. I would recommend any member of the public, browsing through Melon Farmers, to stay well clear of these channels as you will be majorly disappointed!

Ian - very true, it is much easier for a kid to access h/c porn on the internet than it would ever be to view on TV, for one glaring obvious reason, the parents have subscribe first! Even if the kid could purchase adult programmes, they`d know full it would appear on their parents credit card bill, why go through all the hassle when you can watch h/c porn on the internet at any convenient time!

One final point, I see that R18 websites can advertise their addresses on encrypted adult channels from the 1st September 2010. Wasn`t this a big a no, no by Ofcom whom is complete denial that UK adults want to view this type of disgusting filth? Ofcom must be seething that the new boys, the ASA have allow R18 adverts. Ofcom will see that it is an attempt to legitimise R18 material as de facto standard, believe it not Ofcom it is, open your eyes and see the ratio of R18 works to Adult works 18 certificates issued by the BBFC each month and it is a no brainer!!

rainman    [27043.   Posted 23-Jul-2010 Fri 07:30] View Near Messages
Long time since I have last posted. I have read with interest what Malcolm has posted in regards to the Ofcom regulated adult channels over past few weeks, thus decided to take the plunge and have a look at what was being aired. I must have chosen the wrong channel group, as there are two major players TVX channels and Playboy channels, because what was broadcast was bloody awful...they still have a habit of not even showing full nudity. Anyway better luck next time!!!

Does anyone know when Ofcom will review their broadcasting code, as my understanding is R18 is only prohibited due insufficient PIN security?
Surely if a broadcaster can supply a method of a more secure system for parental controls they can ask Ofcom for a review. Incidentally, doesn`t BT Vision have the most secure parent controls at present?

rainman    [25350.   Posted 22-May-2009 Fri 12:51] View Near Messages
I sub to Private Spice as I will not pay for something that does not meet my expectations. These so called Adult Channels must be finding it difficult to make ends meet, as they are always offering promotions of one sort or another. And the fines imposed by Ofcom are fake gestures to appease the Mediawitch groupies, as I am of the belief if Ofcom really wanted to fine them, the channels would inevitablely fold. And TBH, this is the only way we will see R18 on tv (when push comes to shove!)

Incidently, if any proof that R18 material is so much more popular than 18 certificate, take a look at the BBFC website, no further evidence is required when the number of R18 certificate issued are more than 3 to 1 agianst 18 sexworks. It`s amazing really when Ofcom bleats about protecting younger audiences without a care for demand!

rainman    [24841.   Posted 20-Feb-2009 Fri 09:05] View Near Messages
Hi everyone, long time since I last posted! This is not meant to hijack the conversation but I thought some might find this interesting and or have more info. I have heard that Sky are to start issuing new N3 smartcards to replace there current N2 cards, (every 5 years contractual obliged). I have been trying to find out whether the new issues will have any additional PIN protection or other security up-date to meet Ofcom`s promise of revisiting the R18 chestnut, but have been unsuccessful. Anyone heard of this or knows anymore info please debate away?