Written questions

Television Channels: Political Impartiality and Sanctions

Commons · Question 12687 · Tabled 5 Nov 2024 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 11 Nov 2024

Question

Asked by Gregory Campbell

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what discussions she has had with Ofcom on (a) allegations that Channel One Russia Worldwide has breached the conditions of its TLCS licence and (b) the imposition of statutory sanctions on GB Ne

Answer

Answered by Stephanie Peacock, 11 Nov 2024

The Secretary of State has had no discussions with Ofcom regarding Channel One Russia Worldwide or the imposition of statutory sanctions on GB News.Ofcom is the UK’s regulator for broadcasting and by law carries out its duties independently of the Governm...