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The PCC (The Press Complaints Commission) Explain what it is Who Chairs it / Sits on it Why/When was it set up Consider any high profile cases before and after its set up By Chris Barnard The Press Complaints Commission is an independent body, which deals with complaints from members of the public about the editorial content of newspapers and magazines. Their service to the public is free, quick and easy. They aim to deal with most complaints in just forty working days - and there is absolutely no cost to the people complaining. During the 1980's there was mounting concern about press standards, notably as regards the moves downmarket of the 'gutter press', as well as much concern about the invasion of privacy, in particular the relentless hounding of the younger members of the royal Family, as well as various politicians. The Conservative government therefore appointed Sir David Calcutt to run a Departmental...

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