The arguments have become very polarized, to such an extent that while some commentators blame the industry for all society's ills, others do recognize the huge opportunities [video games] hold to support education and development.

We've all seen the media coverage that caricatures the industry to absolutely a ridiculous extent and this isn't helpful. But we must equally acknowledge the fear that some in society have for their children. That is a real and genuine fear...

I know some of you think [the Tanya Byron] review has been inspired by a negative view of video games within government and I want to just assure you that this is not the case. But we do have a duty to protect children from inappropriate material and we will do that unashamedly. But we also see this review as an opportunity, actually, to wrestle the issue away from tabloid journalism and provide an independent space for a proper and open review of issues.