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Google: Software

Commons · Question 24957 · Tabled 28 Aug 2026 · Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade · Official record

Answered 8 Sep 2026

Question

Asked by Zöe Franklin

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade, what assessment the Department has made of the potential impact of Google’s proposed Android developer verification requirements on competition and consumer choice in the distribut

Answer

Answered by Kate Dearden, 8 Sep 2026

The Department has not undertaken a specific assessment of Google's proposed Android developer verification requirements. The Government supports competitive digital markets that promote innovation and consumer choice. The Competition and Markets Authorit...