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Written question asked by Robert Buckland (Conservative) on Monday, 20 May 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 22 May 2024. It was answered by Julia Lopez (Conservative) on Friday, 24 May 2024 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Broadcasting: Elections

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, if she will make an assessment of the potential merits of allowing broadcasters to use verified fact checkers during the media blackout period on election days.

Answer

It has not proved possible to respond to the hon. Member in the time available before Prorogation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
27031
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Broadcasting Elections Disinformation
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk