Portugal
TV ratings on Portuguese television were many times refused by the audience. For a long time the only existing regulation was a red circular logo for programs with potentially shocking or harmful content.
However, in addition to this, all major TV networks decided in 2006 to apply a more specific rating system for the shows:
- Todos (suitable for all)
- 10, Aconselhamento Parental (may not be suitable for children under 10) Nevertheless, some foul language, blood, drug reference and censored sex is allowed. Most soap operas are rated 10 ( Morangos com Açúcar, Laços de Sangue,..)
- 12, Aconselhamento Parental (may not be suitable for children under 12)
- 16 (may not be suitable for children under 16)
These logos must be shown during one minute in the beginning of any program and after every break. If a program is rated 16, it can only be broadcast between 11pm and 6am.
Read more about this topic: Television Content Rating Systems