Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 111409

Media: Education

Tabled: 5 February 2026

Answered: 13 February 2026

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, whether he has had discussions with Ofcom on improving media literacy among parents and children.

Answer

Kanishka Narayan

The Online Safety Act updated Ofcom’s statutory duty to promote media literacy, including by raising awareness and understanding of misinformation and harmful content, especially where it affects vulnerable groups. The Secretary of State maintains regular...

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