The question that arose in this matter is whether the taking in vain of the Lord’s Name, which is 
regarded as offensive as such to a large number of Christians, amounts to a contravention of the Broadcasting Code.
In the case of a drama or documentary the answer is that unless particularly aggravating circumstances are present, the said words may be used in post-watershed feature films by characters or persons portrayed in broadcasts, subject to due warning as to language, and with an appropriate age restriction.
In children’s time taking in vain of the Lord’s Name is not allowed, in the interests of children.
In family time the words have to be removed insofar as it is possible to do so. High frequency is not allowed.
Where presenters use such language in a derogatory manner towards listeners – even after the watershed – it amounts to a contravention of the Code.
Television stations will be requested to provide the BCCSA with a proposal as to what additional classification icon will be used as from 2004 so as to inform potential viewers that a film contains excessive profane language. The Commission will then consider the proposals and consider the suitability of such an additional classification symbol for TV. The Film and Publication Board will be consulted in this process.