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Department for Culture, Media and Sport: Freedom of Expression

Commons · Question 34945 · Tabled 3 Mar 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 10 Mar 2025

Question

Asked by Louie French

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what steps she is taking to ensure organisations funded by her Department promote free speech.

Answer

Answered by Stephanie Peacock, 10 Mar 2025

Everyone has the right to express themselves and share ideas without interference from the government. This right is protected by Article 10 of the Human Rights Act 1998.We are committed to freedom of speech, including in the creative and cultural sectors...