How is the BBFC different?

When the BBFC was first set up, the guidelines which they orignally followed were more strict. However, as the understanding of the target audience has vastly improved, the BBFC have been able to adapt these guidelines, and have become more lenient, based on society and people's views developing and changing.
The classifications of films are now more understandable, and the public have a better idea of what to expect from films based on the rating they've been given.
Websites have been set up in order to provide extra and more detailed information for people with concerns. There is now a parents, students and children's website.