Written questions

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology: Social Media

Commons · Question 86460 · Tabled 29 Oct 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 10 Nov 2025

Question

Asked by Rupert Lowe

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, how much his Department has spent on social media advertising by (a) influencer and (b) organisation in each of the last five financial years.

Answer

Answered by Ian Murray, 10 Nov 2025

The Department for Science Innovation and Technology has spent money on social media advertising over the last five years. Sensitivities exist around aspects of this spend which could prejudice commercial interests. All spend in these areas are subject to...