Social Media: Business
Commons · Question 17822 · Tabled 10 Jul 2026 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record
Answered 17 Jul 2026
Question
Asked by Steve Darling
To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what plans she has in place to ensure that businesses accounts on social media are protected from unfair suspension, to mitigate the financial impact on their business.
Answer
Answered by Kanishka Narayan, 17 Jul 2026
The Government recognises the importance of social media to UK businesses. Under the Online Safety Act, regulated services must operate accessible and effective complaints procedures, enabling users, including businesses, to challenge account suspensions ...