ABSTRACT
This chapter outlines the main limitations found in the law on freedom of expression. Freedom of expression covers both the right to impart information and to receive it; it underpins a range of important things. Autonomy and development of personality was the first of Lord Steyn's broad objectives: 'First, it promotes the self-fulfilment of individuals in society'. This involves one's ability to make decisions about many aspects of your life and is a central part of what contributes to a 'good life'. The BBC is partly governed under a separate regime. Commercial television and radio are regulated by the Broadcasting Acts 1990 & 1996 and the Communications Act 2003. There is an obvious sensitivity to the use of TV and radio media for political advertising. Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO) was established in 2014 by the newspaper industry as a replacement for the Press Complaints Commission. Its role includes maintaining standards of press conduct, hearing complaints and general monitoring work.
