Oral QuestionDepartment for Exiting the European Union

“What assessment he has made of the potential for UK border delays in the event that no deal is agreed for when the UK leaves the EU.”

Tabled: 22 October 2018Answered: 25 October 2018

Answering Minister

the Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union

Answer from Hansard

The Prime Minister

I thank my hon. Friend for raising that. The actions of Grok and X are disgusting and shameful. Frankly, the decision to turn it into a premium service is horrific, and we are absolutely determined to take action. We have made it clear that X has to act and, if not, Ofcom has our full backing. We will introduce, and are introducing, legislation. To update the House, I have been informed this morning that X is acting to ensure full compliance with UK law. If so, that is welcome, but we are not going to back down. X must act. We will take the necessary measures. We will strengthen existing laws and prepare for legislation if it needs to go further, and Ofcom will continue its independent investigation.