Paul Jackson, director general of the Entertainment and Leisure Software Publishers Association (ELSPA), said the Pan-European Game Information (PEGI) system is the only one that has the power to prevent game publishers distributing unsuitable content to children.
He explained that there is a confusing two-tier system currently operating in the UK, with games rated both under PEGI – the system adopted across Europe – and the BBFC which has limited jurisdiction over games ratings through the Video Recordings Act.
He said the PEGI system was based on standards developed by child safety and games experts who understand games, their impact, their “playability” and their individuality.
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