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Tom Power

Netflix and Disney Plus could be restricted in the UK – if they break new media rules

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Netflix and its biggest streaming rivals could find themselves "restricted" in the UK – if they fall foul of new regulations due to come into force.

The draft Media Bill, a new UK government white paper, is set to introduce updated laws that will impact the world's best streaming services. Under the new legislation, the likes of Netflix, Disney Plus, and Prime Video could face huge fines or even have their service availability restricted if they're found guilty of breaking the government's updated broadcasting rules.

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