Ofcom to be handed role of policing UK social media platforms
Under new legislation, online platforms will be required to remove illegal and harmful content quickly
British government wants to give Ofcom responsibility of regulating online platforms
The government is expected to give Ofcom a new responsibility of regulating online platforms in UK. Digital media and culture secretary Nicky Morgan is expected to announce the expanded role for Ofcom...
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