Social Media: Fraud
Commons · Question 7606 · Tabled 8 Jun 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record
Answered 17 Jun 2026
Question
Asked by Manuela Perteghella
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether she is taking steps to ensure that online platforms are required to implement proactive systems to tackle fraudulent content.
Answer
Answered by Kanishka Narayan, 17 Jun 2026
This government takes the issue of online fraud, including fraudulent advertising, incredibly seriously. DSIT works closely with other departments to address online fraud, including the Home Office, who have overall responsibility for fraud policy. The On...