13 Functions of the Content Board
Communications Act 2003 (2003 c 21) | Legislation

13  Functions of the Content Board

(1)     The Content Board shall have such functions as OFCOM, in exercise of their powers under the Schedule to the Office of Communications Act 2002 (c 11), may confer on the Board.

(2)     [Subject to subsection (3A),] the functions conferred on the Board must include, to such extent and subject to such restrictions and approvals as OFCOM may determine, the carrying out on OFCOM's behalf of—

(a)     functions in relation to matters that concern the contents of anything which is or may be broadcast or otherwise transmitted by means of electronic communications networks; and

(b)     functions in relation to the promotion of public understanding or awareness of matters relating to the publication of matter

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