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Thirteenth Report - Preparedness for online safety regulation
Public Accounts Committee
HC 73
Published 21 February 2024
Conclusions (1)
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Conclusion
Acknowledged
Ofcom explained that, where non-compliance issues arise, it will approach services with an engagement-first attitude and would not normally move straight to enforcement. It described a recent example of its engagement with an overseas-based website about how to commit suicide.29 Following Ofcom’s engagement, UK users are now blocked from the …
Government Response Summary
The response states that Ofcom expects services to engage constructively and will use enforcement powers appropriately, guided by its regulatory principles. Ofcom's approach is detailed in its draft enforcement guidance, which it plans to publish in late 2024.