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UIN 121595

Internet: Safety

answeredUnited Kingdom· UK Parliament· EN

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17 March 2026

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25 March 2026 · Answer

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25 March 2026

Summary

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps she is taking to ensure that Ofcom is adequately resourced to (a) monitor and (b) regulate the algorithms of online platforms.

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  1. 17 March 2026

    Written question

    To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps she is taking to ensure that Ofcom is adequately resourced to (a) monitor and (b) regulate the algorithms of online platforms.

    Source: Commons

  2. 25 March 2026

    Answer

    Ofcom’s online safety budget and expert team ensure its duties are performed effectively. Ofcom has spent approximately £281.3 million on online safety since 2020, including a projected spend of £92 million for 2025/26.As part of its information gathering...

    Source: Written answer

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