Written Question·Cabinet Office·UIN 102676

Government Departments: Social Media

Tabled: 2 January 2026
Answered: 8 January 2026

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what guidance his Department has issued on the use of targeted advertising on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and Reddit for Government communications campaigns.

Answer

Nick Thomas-Symonds
The Government uses a range of channels to reach and engage the public. Any use of these platforms is assessed against the high standards for digital safety set out in the Government Communication Service (GCS) SAFE framework. To ensure all government com...
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