The watershed or safe harbor is used for the time period in television schedules during which 'adult content' can be shown. Adult content is usually defined as images or language depicting or referring to explicit sexual intercourse, graphic violence, or drug use and the use of strong language.
According to Ofcom, the watershed on standard television in the UK starts at 9:00 p.m., and finishes at 5:30 a.m. the next morning. Programmes that are 15+ are shown during this period. However, some 12+ shows can be shown before 9:00 p.m., such as The Simpsons and Doctor Who. However, 12, 15 and 18 rated films can be shown on PIN protected channels at any time of the day. There should be a gentle transition to adult material, and 18-rated material is not allowed to be shown before 9:00 p.m.
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