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Internet: Safety

Asked by Charlotte NicholsLabourHome OfficeTabled Answered 9 September 2024UIN 3815

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology on Ofcom’s advice entitled Categorisation - research and advice, in the context of the Online Safety Act 2023.

Answered by Dan Jarvis

The Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology is carefully considering Ofcom’s research and advice and will make Regulations as soon as reasonably practicable.

The Secretary of State for the Home Department meets regularly with the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology to discuss a range of topics, including on online safety. Officials also meet regularly and are working closely together.

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