OFCOM (Duty regarding Prevention of Serious Self-harm and Suicide) Bill [HL]

Key Points

• Establishes an OFCOM unit to advise the government on the use of social media to encourage or assist serious self-harm and suicide-risk activities.
• The unit’s work is intended to inform government policy and potential regulatory action regarding online platforms and safety.
• Covers social media platforms operating in the UK and related online safety considerations.
• Bill originated in the Lords and is currently at the third-reading stage, with passage to the House of Commons likely if it progresses.

Progress

The bill is at its third-reading stage in the Lords. If it clears this stage, it would move to the House of Commons for consideration.