The censorship of publications in this jurisdiction is governed by the following legislation: The Censorship of Publications Acts 1929 to 1967; The Health (Family Planning) Act 1979; The Regulation of Information (Services outside the State for Termination of Pregnancies) Act 1995, and The Censorship of Publications Regulations, 1980. The task of censorship in relation to books and magazines is carried out by the Censorship of Publications Board. There is also an Appeal Board to decide on any appeal against the decision of the Censorship of Publications Board. In accordance with the provisions of the relevant legislation, the various boards are independent in the exercise of their statutory duties and I have no function in this regard.