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Written question asked by Gregory Campbell (Democratic Unionist Party) on Monday, 16 June 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 19 June 2025 (named day). It was answered by Stephanie Peacock (Labour) on Thursday, 19 June 2025 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Ofcom

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, pursuant to the Answer of 20 May 2025 to Question 52581 on Broadcasting, whether her Department is responsible for initiating changes to OFCOM's oversight role.

Answer

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has overall sponsorship responsibility for Ofcom. The Department for Culture, Media and Sport retains responsibility for broadcasting policy. This includes relevant legislation that sets out Ofcom’s duties regarding broadcasting regulation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
59993
Session
2024-26
Related items
Broadcasting
Tuesday, 20 May 2025
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Ofcom
Link
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