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Former Channel 4 chair set to steer Ofcom

Ofcom Channel 4 Ian Cheshire

Sir Ian Cheshire, former chairman of Channel 4, has been named the government's preferred candidate to become the next chair of Ofcom.
His four-year term as head of the communications watchdog is contingent on a parliamentary hearing.
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall highlighted Ofcom's critical role in addressing national challenges and opportunities, including online safety.
Sir Ian brings extensive experience from his previous roles, including chairing Channel 4 and leadership positions at Barclays UK and Debenhams.
Andy Burrows of the Molly Rose Foundation urged Sir Ian to prioritise robust enforcement of the Online Safety Act, criticising Ofcom's past slow approach to online harm.

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