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Proposed amendments to the Films and Publications Act

Proposed amendments to the Films and Publications Act. PORTFOLIO COMMITTEE 06 SEPTEMBER 2006 Cape Town. Why Amendments. Gaps identified Convergence of technology To create certainty Clean up the Act. Important changes. Widens the objects of the Act

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Proposed amendments to the Films and Publications Act

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  1. Proposed amendments to the Films and Publications Act PORTFOLIO COMMITTEE 06 SEPTEMBER 2006 Cape Town

  2. Why Amendments • Gaps identified • Convergence of technology • To create certainty • Clean up the Act

  3. Important changes • Widens the objects of the Act • Widens definition of child pornography (child abuse) • Make provision for a proper Board (4A) • Provide for functions and powers of monitors (15A) • Clarify the roles of Chairperson vis-à-vis CEO (4A)

  4. Changes Continued • Substitution of Review Board with Appeal Board and provision for its powers and functions (5A) • Specifically include the regulation of cellphone content and interactive computer games (Section 32) • The right to appear restricted only to Appeal Board (Section 19 deleted) • Remove the exemption of the media and broadcasters from the provisions of this Act (Section 22)

  5. Implications of Amendments • Change in policy? • Corporate governance compliance • Clarity of roles and responsibilities • Proper resourcing of institution • Effective mandate

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