York approves 15 and 18 rated films for baby cinema clubs

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 17:02 · Archive

York Council has approved plans to allow 15 and 18 rated films to be shown at baby cinema clubs on a case-by-case basis.

York Council's Licensing and Regulatory Committee has approved changes to allow 15 and 18 rated films at baby cinema clubs on a case-by-case basis. Previously, venues running these clubs for parents, carers and infants under 12 months were restricted to films rated U, PG or 12A by the British Board of Film Classification.

Moths called for the change at a council hearing, describing baby cinema screenings as one of the few activities catering to them alongside their babies. They said the current restriction on film ratings limited their choice. However, some councillors raised concerns about the kind of films babies could be exposed to, with worries that parents would struggle to make informed decisions about suitability.

Child psychologist trauma specialists Beacon House recommended that each film be assessed individually, with practical measures put in place to help anyone affected during screenings. Council officials said they would make these findings available to cinemas to guide their decisions on which films to screen and how to manage showings. City Screen, Everyman, Vue and Cineworld all operate baby cinema clubs in York. Similar changes have been approved in Leeds and Chelmsford.

How it is being reported

• Fears babies could see 'inappropriate' films as 18 showings backed in YorkChanges allowing 15 and 18 films to be shown at cinema clubs for parents and babies in York have been approved following calls from mothers.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 22 Oct, 16:00
• Fears babies could see 'inappropriate' films as 18 showings backed in YorkChanges allowing 15 and 18 films to be shown at cinema clubs for parents and babies in York have been approved following calls from mothers.The Press (York) · 22 Oct, 16:00

In this story: York · City of York Council · British Board of Film Classification · Beacon House · City Screen · Everyman · Vue · Cineworld

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