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18 + access

Anonymous — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:50:52 GMT

Why when I am over 18 & you have all my details on my contract do I need to visit your store with my id to be able to view 18+ websites.
Just because I visit your store to prove my age, wont gaurentee that someone underage isnt using my phone ... so its a bit of a silly rule?

Re: 18 + access

Cleoriff — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:59:49 GMT

Hi @Anonymous It's security and adds a level of protection which is within the law.

I expect you still might be asked for your ID if you went into a pub and asked for a pint. As for someone else using your phone to view these sites....well that becomes your responsibility doesnt it./....?

http://www.o2.co.uk/help/safety-and-security/age-restricted-content-and-age-verification

Re: 18 + access

MI5 — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:58:41 GMT

OFCOM set the rules mate - the networks are obliged to follow them.
If you wish to question it you can contact OFCOM here http://www.ofcom.org.uk/about/what-is-ofcom/contact-us/

Re: 18 + access

viridis — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 19:59:46 GMT

Maybe they have a leaflet with some recommendation links?

Re: 18 + access

evantkh — Mon, 03 Oct 2016 22:42:08 GMT

Is the block a synchronized block at UK internet borders or something managed by ISPs?

Re: 18 + access

MI5 — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 05:48:04 GMT

Independently managed whitelist of URL's