The Good Law Project has initiated a judicial review against Ofcom, accusing the broadcasting regulator of failing to address alleged transphobic hate speech and misinformation on TalkTV. The legal challenge, announced on June 30, follows a complaint submitted by the organisation in July 2025, supported by 21,000 members of the public. The complaint outlines multiple breaches of the broadcasting code, claiming that presenters and guests consistently spread hate about the trans community without providing balanced viewpoints.
Allegations of Regulatory Failure
The Good Law Project alleges that Ofcom failed to take appropriate action, opening an investigation into only one of 11 incidents subject to complaints. The group argues that TalkTV consistently spews misinformation and transphobic hate, and that Ofcom's inaction is not only a dereliction of duty but also irrational and unlawful. The judicial review, if accepted, will be heard in the High Court.
Charlene Pink, campaigns manager at the Good Law Project, criticised Ofcom for giving TalkTV a free pass. She said: 'Instead of keeping hate and misinformation off our airwaves, Ofcom is allowing TalkTV to serve as a megaphone for billionaires to spread toxic lies and amplify dangerous, far-right rhetoric for their own political gain.'
Specific Breaches Challenged
The Good Law Project is challenging four Ofcom decisions regarding alleged transphobic broadcasts on TalkTV. These include the regulator's findings that highly offensive remarks were mitigated by context, that trans issues do not constitute a major political controversy, and that TalkTV did not breach impartiality or accuracy rules. The group contends that presenters shared transphobic views, dismissed opposing perspectives, and misrepresented legal and medical facts.
An Ofcom spokesperson told The Mirror: 'Ofcom stands by its decisions and will defend them in Court.' News UK, the parent company of TalkTV, was contacted for comment but has not yet responded.
