UKNoticeOfficial ✓June 10, 2026· GOV.UK
Ofcom growth goals: letter from DSIT Secretary of State to Ofcom
What happened
The Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, Liz Kendall, sent a letter to the Chair of Ofcom, Sir Ian Cheshire. This letter communicates the government's specific goals for Ofcom pertaining to fostering economic expansion.
Why it matters
This communication guides Ofcom's regulatory activities, potentially influencing decisions on broadcasting, broadband, and online safety. The focus on growth could lead to changes designed to stimulate the UK's digital and media industries.
Who it affects
- ›Ofcom (the regulator)
- ›UK communications industry
- ›Broadcasting companies
- ›Broadband providers
- ›Online services
Receipts
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