Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 17822

Social Media: Business

Tabled: 10 July 2026
Answered: 17 July 2026

Question

Steve Darling

Liberal DemocratTorbay

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what plans she has in place to ensure that businesses accounts on social media are protected from unfair suspension, to mitigate the financial impact on their business.

Answer

Kanishka Narayan
The Government recognises the importance of social media to UK businesses. Under the Online Safety Act, regulated services must operate accessible and effective complaints procedures, enabling users, including businesses, to challenge account suspensions ...

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