Internet: Freedom of Expression
Commons · Question 76631 · Tabled 11 Sep 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record
Answered 19 Sep 2025
Question
Asked by Lee Anderson
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether she plans to bring forward legislative proposals to prevent the removal of lawful content online.
Answer
Answered by Kanishka Narayan, 19 Sep 2025
Safeguards for freedom of expression have been built into the framework of the Online Safety Act. Ofcom is independent but must act in a way that is compatible with the European Convention of Human Rights, including in relation to freedom of expression. T...