Why ITV aren't showing adverts during World Cup hydration breaks Broadcasters around the world are taking the opportunity to make an extra bit of sweet sweet ad revenue - but not ITV FourFourTwo · Jun 21
Australia's social media ban shows UK child safety measures are bound to fail — and it's not because of VPNs While the UK seeks to copy Australia’s world-first social media ban, evidence suggests that most teens are still using their accounts Down Under without the need to download a VPN app. So, why put every citizens' privacy at risk for an approach that’s proven to be failing? TechRadar · Jun 19
Telegram questioned by Ofcom after arsonist who targeted Starmer-linked properties recruited on app Exclusive: Telegram urged to clarify how it detects illegal incitement after attacks were coordinated using app The Guardian - UK · Jun 19
Attorney general tells department to stop using X amid UK disinformation concerns Exclusive: Richard Hermer’s office understood to be first in government to restrict use after recent riots The Guardian - UK · Jun 18
‘My sister was groomed to her death online. It’s a national scandal’ INTERVIEW: Kenneth Law admitted causing the deaths of 73 victims in the UK, but will face no court in this country. Adele Zeynep Walton, whose sister Aimee died after taking poison sent by Law, speaks to Nicole Wootton-Cane about why she believes the government must act to prevent more deaths The Independent UK · Jun 18
Wednesday briefing: In a new era of far-right organising, how can we tackle hate? In today’s newsletter: The far right are using social media to foster division, from Southampton to Belfast, but there are calls for clear and urgent ways to counter digital radicalism The Guardian - UK · Jun 17
How will the UK's social media ban actually work? Here's the full list of affected apps — and 5 things you need to know The UK social media ban is one of the most significant pieces of tech legislation in the modern era — but how is it going to work? TechRadar · Jun 16
Latest MAFS Australia claims ‘disturbing’ and ‘deeply concerning’, say watchdogs It comes as the future of ‘MAFS UK’ remains in limbo following sexual misconduct allegations from three brides The Independent UK · Jun 16
UK ministers lobby Trump to avert backlash against social media ban No 10 is worried about retaliation from White House over restrictions on under-16s’ internet use The Guardian - UK · Jun 16
Britain Wants To Ban Teens From Social Media. The Evidence Suggests It Won't Work. Britain is following Australia into a policy that has already struggled to keep children off social media, while forcing adults through intrusive age checks. Reason · Jun 15
UK PM announces social media ban for under-16s YouTube, Facebook and X will be covered in a proposed ban on social media sites for under-16s by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. AAP · Jun 15
Impact of social media ban for under-16s in UK hinges on how firm it is Questions remain over enforcement, privacy risk and whether it could open door to even more invasive measures The Guardian - UK · Jun 15
The Guardian view on regulating big tech: the UK’s new, tougher approach to child safety is overdue There are real concerns about how a social media ban for under-16s will work. But tighter rules could be a step towards a better internet for everyone The Guardian - UK · Jun 15
UK bans social media ban for under-16s — all the latest news live and what it means for Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram and more The UK has become the latest country to ban social media for under-16s — here's everything you need to know. TechRadar · Jun 15
The National (Scotland) · Jun 15 ITV breaks silence after 'anti-Scottish' remarks in GMB World Cup debate PRODUCERS at Good Morning Britain (GMB) have broken their silence after alleged “anti-Scottish” comments during coverage of the World Cup ...
Evening Standard · Jun 15 What does the social ban involve, when will it start and how will it work? A ban on under-16s using social media will give youngsters back their childhood, Sir Keir Starmer said.
The Independent UK · Jun 15 UK children are spending at least two hours a day on social media, Ofcom finds YouTube and Snapchat have emerged as the two most popular online platforms for children aged between eight and 14
The Guardian - UK · Jun 15 UK under-16s social media ban: which apps will be blocked and how will it work? After PM announces ‘Australia plus’ plan, we look at how it is likely to be enforced – and potential problems ahead
The Guardian - UK · Jun 15 GB News critics want to limit free speech to ‘liberal, Islington consensus’, Grade says Former Ofcom chair says he welcomed arrival of rightwing news channel five years ago in name of ‘plurality’
The Guardian - UK · Jun 14 Why is the UK launching an ‘Australia plus’ social media ban and how will it work? Government wants to back parents against tech companies though some feel the process has been rushed
International Business Times UK · Jun 14 X Under Fire After Dozens of Racist N-Word and P-Word Posts About UK Politicians Go Unremoved X is criticised for not removing racist posts targeting UK politicians, despite being flagged. Research shows enforcement gaps under the UK's Online Safety Act, raising concerns about platform responsibility.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 14 X accused of giving racists ‘impunity’ after refusing to bar N- and P-word posts Site takes no action over hate posts against UK politicians including Kemi Badenoch, Shabana Mahmood and Zia Yusuf
The Guardian - UK · Jun 14 Make platforms that promote violent content pay towards riot costs, Streeting says Exclusive: Former minister calls for urgent action against companies such as X that allow incitement to violence
The Independent UK · Jun 12 Entire Tube network on track for mobile coverage by end of the year Better connection across the whole network is expected by 2027
The Guardian - UK · Jun 10 Elon Musk’s X not facing action from UK government over posts inciting violence in Belfast Any official reprimand will come from regulator Ofcom, but not for at least two months