Commission comments on Christian advert being banned from cinemas

24 Nov 2015 12:06 PM

A Commission spokesperson commented in response to a Christian advert being banned from being shown in the cinema.

“Freedom to hold a religion and freedom to express ideas are essential British values. We are concerned by any blanket ban on adverts by all religious groups.

“Digital Cinema Media have said an advert could cause offence to those of differing faiths or without belief. There is no right not to be offended in the UK; what is offensive is very subjective and lies in the eye of the beholder.

“This does not mean groups or individuals are free to express themselves without restriction.  Freedom of expression can be and is restricted but only in order to prevent violence, abuse or discrimination for example. There is nothing in law that prevents Christian organisations promoting their faith through adverts.”

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