Television
What is the watershed?
The watershed is a term used to identify the times when television programmes should not be broadcast that might be unsuitable for children.
The watershed is at 2100. Material unsuitable for children should not, in general, be shown before 2100 or after 0530. The watershed does not apply to radio.
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