BBC - Newsbeat - Skins US version branded 'dangerous' by parents' group

MTV says Skins 'addresses issues confronting teens in a frank way'

The MTV US version of hit UK teen drama Skins has caused controversy after a parents' group branded it "dangerous".

The Parents Television Council (PTC) said the show could be breaking US laws against sexual exploitation of minors.

The group also claimed Skins may break child porn laws - and has asked the US government to investigate.

In a statement, MTV said it reviews all its shows "to ensure they comply with laws and community standards". [...]

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