The BBFC

The Bristish Board of film Classification (BBFC), originally called the Bristish Board of Film Censors, is a non-governmental organisation funded by the film industry and responsible for the national classification of films within the United Kingdom. It has a statutory requirement to classify videos, DVDs andd some video games under the Video Recording Act 2010. The BBFC is expected to rate every DVD, video and video games.
The BBFC also advises what cuts should be made throughout a film, the cuts are normally complusory if what is involved violates the protection of children Act, or the cinematograph films act. Cuts can slo be advised to make the film more appropriate for childrens viewings.

Universal - This means that all ages are allowed to watch. There is nothing unsuitable for children over four years of age.

PG - This means that all children are admitted, however some scenes may be unsuitable for children under the age of eight

12A-This means that children who are under the age of 12 years old are not permitted to see these types of film with out the parents consent. It is not recommended that children under the age of twelve shoulf watch it as the of the age range. 

12- This means that only the people twelve and above can only watch these types of films. 12 films can inlcude strong language, drugs, moderate violence and breif nudity.

15- To buy a 15 rated film or game you must be over the age of fifteen as it can contain adult themes, strong language, moderate-strong violence, moderate-strong sex references, hard drugs and mild non detailed sex activity.

18- For films of this certificate you must be eighteen or above. 18 certificate films have no limitation on bad language. They also allow hard drugs and strong violence. Strong sexual activity is allowed as well as sex references and scenes of strong real sex as long as it is justified by the context.