UK government pushes social media platforms to prioritize BBC and public service news in user feeds
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The U.K. government is pressuring social media platforms to prioritize news from public service broadcasters like the BBC in user feeds, with plans to legislate if companies refuse. Culture secretary Lisa Nandy argues this is necessary to combat misinformation and protect social cohesion. The policy is part of a broader regulatory push that includes age verification for porn sites and a planned ban on social media for children under 16.
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· 2 pulledCulture secretary Lisa Nandy said better access to trusted, accurate news is vital to counter misinformation and disinformation.
She added that TV supports social cohesion and that public service media should be protected for generations.
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