This document discusses legal and ethical issues related to broadcasting on television in the UK. It notes that Miranda must avoid strong language, violence, and nudity due to airing before the watershed. It outlines laws around defamation, privacy, and contempt of court that could impact BBC broadcasts. Copyright and intellectual property are also addressed. Finally, it lists the key regulatory bodies in the UK that oversee different aspects of media, including Ofcom, BBFC, and internal BBC guidelines.