The research evidence in this area is, however, inconclusive and, therefore, as part of a forthcoming violence research programme, we are considering undertaking a research study which examines the perceived links between pornography and violence.Material that is obscene or indecent is heavily regulated under Scottish law, under section 51 of the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1981, the Indecent Displays (Controls) Act 1981 and through the common law offence of shameless indecency.