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The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (Baroness Lloyd of Effra) (Lab)

Speaking in the House of Lords on 17 June 2026

Debate

Social Media: Substances Unfit for Human Consumption

Contribution

My Lords, the Government recognise the serious risks posed by substances marketed online that are unsafe for human consumption. Under the Online Safety Act, platforms must take proactive steps to prevent and remove illegal content, including the promotion or sale of unlawful substances, and to tackle fraud. Where products fall within the definition of medicines, robust controls apply to their sale, supply and advertising, and unauthorised products are subject to enforcement action.

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