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The Law

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Introduction

See Section 16: The Law of the Editorial Guidelines.

BBC content producers should seek the advice of BBC lawyers whenever legal problems are encountered or suspected.

There are significant differences between the legal systems of:

• England and Wales
• Scotland
• Northern Ireland.

If not observed these differences can cause serious problems.

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