A recognised news publisher cannot commit an offence under section 179.

An offence under section 179 cannot be committed by the holder of a licence under the Broadcasting Act 1990 or 1996 in connection with anything done under the authority of the licence.

An offence under section 179 cannot be committed by the holder of a multiplex licence in connection with anything done under the authority of the licence.

An offence under section 179 cannot be committed by the provider of an on-demand programme service in connection with anything done in the course of providing such a service.

An offence under section 179 cannot be committed in connection with the showing of a film made for cinema to members of the public.