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Lords · Question HL10951 · Tabled 13 Oct 2025 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 27 Oct 2025

Question

Asked by Baroness Stowell of Beeston

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of the proposed SIM farm offence in the Crime and Policing Bill on the legitimate activities of journalists and broadcasters; whether they will ensure that that offence is not mi

Answer

Answered by Lord Hanson of Flint, 27 Oct 2025

We recognise the vital role that journalists and broadcasters play in our democracy and are committed to ensuring that legislation does not hinder legitimate journalistic activity.The proposed SIM farm offence in the Crime and Policing Bill is designed to...