The PCC (Press Complaints Commission) is an independent body that regulates newspapers and magazines in the UK. It deals with complaints about breaches of its Code of Practice after publication. The PCC is not a legal system but a voluntary self-regulation system funded by the press industry. It acts as a mediator between parties in a dispute and can determine sanctions like requiring an apology. The Code covers issues like accuracy, privacy, and protecting vulnerable groups. While the PCC provides guidelines for the press, it has also faced criticisms over not being strict enough and only acting after publication when the damage is already done.