UK Demands Stricter Age Checks on YouTube and TikTok
Ministers are pressuring Ofcom to enforce stringent new age verification rules on YouTube and TikTok, aiming to shield young users from harmful content and data collection practices.
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BBC's Tim Davie Grilled by MPs Over Reform UK Coverage
BBC boss Tim Davie faces intense scrutiny from MPs over the broadcaster's impartiality and editorial decisions during the General Election, particularly regarding coverage of Reform UK.
BBC editor cleared over edited Sunak interview
A BBC Breakfast editor has been exonerated after an internal investigation into the editing of a PM Sunak interview, which sparked accusations of censorship from viewers.
Ofcom intervenes after government cuts Samaritans helpline funding
The UK government is under fire for controversial funding cuts to the Samaritans' helpline. Ofcom has been forced to intervene, sparking a major political row over mental health support.
Millions Face Freeview Blackout in Major Signal Shake-Up
A major change to the UK's airwaves could see millions of households lose access to key Freeview channels like BBC Four and Film4. Ofcom's 5G expansion plans threaten a widespread TV signal disruption, with older tellies and set-top boxes at highest risk.
GMB Empty Chair Debate Sparks Fury and Ofcom Fears
ITV's flagship morning show faced a viewer revolt after a controversial immigration debate featuring a lone Reform UK MP opposite an empty chair intended for a Labour representative descended into chaos, prompting accusations of 'shambolic' television.
Loose Women fined £75,500 by Ofcom in product placement scandal
ITV's flagship daytime show Loose Women has been slapped with a hefty £75,500 Ofcom fine for breaching strict product placement rules, sparking a major scandal for the broadcaster.
Sunday Brunch hit with Ofcom complaints minutes into show
Channel 4's Sunday Brunch faces a viewer backlash and Ofcom scrutiny after a controversial interview with actor Munya Chawawa sparks hundreds of complaints just minutes into the show.
BBC Journalist Sparks Fury Over Holocaust Comparison
A senior BBC correspondent is under fire after outrageously claiming on live television that Israelis are using the Holocaust as a justification for their actions in Gaza, drawing immediate condemnation from Jewish leaders and prompting a formal investiga
Broadband Loyalty Penalty Costs UK Customers £1.6bn
New Ofcom data reveals a staggering £1.6 billion loyalty penalty hitting broadband customers who don't switch. Discover why out-of-contract users pay up to 25% more and how to slash your bill today.
Dave Hughes' Bar Show Warned by Channel Seven
Comedian Dave Hughes' new venture, Hughesy's Bar, has been formally cautioned by Channel Seven following viewer complaints about its 'vulgar' and 'offensive' material, sparking a debate on broadcasting standards.
Keith Lemon Future in Doubt Amid TV Backlash
Leigh Francis, the man behind Keith Lemon, confronts a major TV backlash and an uncertain future for his boisterous alter-ego as audience tastes shift and past controversies resurface.
Ofcom clears Rylan Clark after government minister's complaint
Broadcasting watchdog Ofcom has dismissed a complaint from a government minister about Rylan Clark's BBC Radio 2 interview, ruling it did not breach due impartiality rules. The ruling highlights tensions between government figures and public service broad
ITV backlash over 'trigger warning' on Kenneth Williams show
ITV has sparked fury after slapping a 'trigger warning' on a beloved 1960s episode of 'International Cabaret' featuring comedy legend Kenneth Williams, with fans branding the move 'utterly absurd'.
Ofcom rules against TalkTV over Hugh Grant comments
Broadcasting regulator Ofcom has ruled against TalkTV after James Anderson compared Hugh Grant to a 'paedophile' during a live debate, citing a breach of due care and offensive language rules.
Coronation Street's Stillbirth Scene Sparks Ofcom Complaints
UK media regulator Ofcom is assessing over 100 complaints following a controversial Coronation Street episode depicting a character's grief after a stillbirth, with viewers divided over the sensitive portrayal.
Ofcom clears Rylan Clark's This Morning immigration segment
Broadcasting watchdog Ofcom dismisses complaints against Rylan Clark's 'Ask the Experts' segment on This Morning, ruling it provided valuable information on legal immigration processes without being harmful or offensive.
BBC Honeymoon Island Contestant's 'Torture' Ordeal
A former BBC reality show contestant has bravely spoken out about the 'appalling' and 'dangerous' conditions she endured on 'Honeymoon Island', revealing a lack of food, water, and medical care that left her fearing for her life.
Good Morning Britain Faces Ofcom Investigation Over Political Debate
ITV's flagship morning show Good Morning Britain faces a formal Ofcom investigation after a heated political debate descends into chaos, with critics branding the segment 'despicable' and demanding regulatory action.
ITV News Axed After Legal Battle, Viewers Fume
ITV News viewers were left furious after a high-stakes legal intervention prevented the airing of a major political programme. The broadcaster confirms it 'fought the law' as Ofcom is inundated with complaints.
ITV's You Bet Revival Sparks Fury Over 'Cruel' Challenges
ITV's reboot of the classic gameshow 'You Bet' has ignited a firestorm of complaints, with viewers branding the challenges 'distressing' and 'uncomfortable' to watch. The controversial premiere has left audiences questioning the channel's judgement.
Ofcom probes 4chan and Kiwi Farms under Online Safety Act
Ofcom launches its first investigations under the UK's landmark Online Safety Act, targeting controversial platforms 4chan and Kiwi Farms for potentially facilitating illegal content.
Ofcom Investigates 4chan and Kiwi Farms Under Safety Act
Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, has initiated its first major investigation under the groundbreaking Online Safety Act, targeting the controversial platforms 4chan and Kiwi Farms for potentially hosting illegal content.
Ofcom Study Reveals Strength of British Identity Post-Brexit
New Ofcom research uncovers a complex picture of British identity, with feelings of unity persisting despite political divisions. Discover the data on national symbols, shared values, and the impact of major events.
Emmerdale's Violent Death Scene Sparks Ofcom Investigation
ITV's Emmerdale is under fire after a controversial and violent death scene, prompting a flood of Ofcom complaints from distressed viewers who branded it 'too graphic' and 'insensitive'.
Ofcom: Royal Mail 'Unsustainable', Demands Three-Day Letter Delivery
Ofcom has issued a stark warning to Royal Mail, demanding urgent operational reforms and a shift to a three-day letter delivery service to address its 'unsustainable' financial situation and catastrophic service failures.
Fox News host slammed for 'ageist' elderly advertising comments
Fox News presenter Jesse Watters faces a major backlash after suggesting advertisers should abandon elderly viewers and focus solely on the youth market, a move branded as 'ageist' and 'disgusting' by critics.
SpaceX Seeks UK Approval for London Starlink Base
Elon Musk's SpaceX is seeking UK regulatory approval to operate its Starlink satellite internet services from a new London base, marking a major expansion into the British telecom market.
BBC DJ Liz Kershaw reprimanded over hospital food rant
Veteran BBC Radio 6 Music presenter Liz Kershaw faces reprimand after on-air rant about 'inedible' hospital fish and chips for her mother, sparking Ofcom complaints and a debate on NHS catering standards.
BBC's 'King and Conqueror' Hit With Ofcom Probe Over Accuracy
The BBC's new big-budget historical series 'King and Conqueror' faces a storm of viewer complaints and official Ofcom investigations for its controversial and allegedly inaccurate depiction of the Norman Conquest and key figures like Harold Godwinson.
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