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Key questions: Social media moderation and inciting violence online

Social media used as a tool to spread misinformation and incite violence has been a key issue during the recent unrest seen on Britain’s streets.

The Independent UK

What is the Online Safety Act? Law explained as Khan says bill ‘not fit for purpose’

New online laws are set to come into force by 2025 – some say that’s too late

The Independent UK

UK riots: 6,000 riot officers to be deployed this weekend as police remain on ‘high alert’ – as it happened

Prime minister says he believes swift processing of rioters in courts has deterring effect but says police are poised for any further disruption

The Guardian - UK

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Sadiq Khan says he does not feel safe as a Muslim following far-right riots

The London mayor said he felt ‘triggered’ by the violent disorder that has swept the country

The Independent UK

What is the UK’s Online Safety Act and what powers will it provide?

New laws expected to come into force in 2025 are under spotlight after online planning of far-right riots in England

The Guardian - UK

Online Safety Act not fit for purpose after far-right riots, says Sadiq Khan

Exclusive: London mayor warns law must be revisited ‘very, very quickly’ due to falsehoods that contributed to unrest

The Guardian - UK

Revealed: Inside the far-right Telegram messaging channels where UK rioters organise

The app owned by Russian exiles has been criticised for a severe lack of moderation

The Independent UK

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Ed Balls interview with home secretary wife receives 8,201 complaints as watchdog issues warning to Elon Musk

Ofcom has published its latest update for complaints stating that it received 8,201 for Good Morning Britain on 5 August when former Labour minister Ed Balls interviewed his home secretary wife Yvette Cooper

The Independent UK

Ofcom receives 8,000 complaints over Ed Balls interviews on Good Morning Britain

Complaints followed Balls’ interview with his wife, Yvette Cooper, and Labour MP Zarah Sultana on Monday

The Guardian - UK

Social media firms must 'get act together' amid far-right riots, John Swinney says

MEDIA watchdog Ofcom has written to social media platforms about the spread of hatred and provocation on their platforms amid a wave of far-right…

The National (Scotland)

Social media moderation: How does it work and what is set to change?

Social media sites have been at the heart of the planning and incitement of the riots seen on Britain’s streets.

The Independent UK

GMB hit with thousands of complaints after 'disgraceful' Ed Balls interview

GOOD Morning Britain has been hit with thousands of Ofcom complaints following an interview with Zarah Sultana conducted by Ed Balls.

The National (Scotland)

As Elon Musk clashes with Starmer on X: Could Twitter be banned in the UK?

Ofcom could soon receive new powers to ban social media platforms or even take legal action against tech bosses

The Independent UK

BBC Scotland to cut TV news output by 50 per cent

OFCOM has granted approval for BBC Scotland to cut its peak-time TV news output in half ...

The National (Scotland)

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The Guardian - UK

These riots are more than thuggery: they’re the outcome of 14 years of Tory race-baiting

Because the Conservatives had nothing to offer the people of the UK, they sought to refocus our attention on scapegoats, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

The National (Scotland)

Culture chief says the BBC should be allowed higher level of live Olympics coverage

The BBC must be guaranteed a greater level of live Olympics coverage in order to “capture the imagination of future Olympians”.

The National (Scotland)

Former GB News host loses High Court battle with Ofcom over conspiracy broadcasts

A FORMER GB News presenter has lost a High Court bid to quash two Ofcom rulings which he claimed "killed" his career ...

The Independent UK

Less than half of young people watch broadcast TV in the UK

16 to 24-year-olds are opting for streaming sites like TikTok over traditional television

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The Guardian - UK

Less than half of young people in UK watch live television, says Ofcom

Research finds people aged 16 to 34 ditching traditional broadcasts in favour of video-streaming platforms

The Guardian - UK

Boeing appoints Kelly Ortberg as new chief executive – as it happened

Live coverage of business, economics and financial markets as 64-year-old aerospace veteran becomes latest boss tasked with turning around US manufacturer’s fortunes

The Conversation

Strictly scandal: how gaps and confusion in duty of care plague the television industry

The BBC is conducting an internal investigation after multiple allegations that participants on the broadcaster’s megahit dance competition, Strictly Come Dancing, have been bullied and abused during the rehearsal process.

The National (Scotland)

Ofcom discontinues probe into Dan Wootton's cancelled GB News show

OFCOM has discontinued an investigation into Dan Wootton’s GB News show, in which he claimed he has been the target of a smear campaign.

The Guardian - UK

Ofcom clamps down on millions of scam ‘spoofed number’ calls from abroad

Regulator gives phone companies six months to identify and block calls that falsely display a UK number

The Independent UK

Millions of calls from abroad to be blocked under new crackdown

BT already prevents up to one million calls per day

The Guardian - UK

Vodafone says Labour must let it merge with Three UK to deliver nationwide 5G

Exclusive: Chief executive says government’s promise of UK-wide 5G by 2030 needs investment ‘unlocked’ by deal

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