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Media (Transparency and Disclosure) Bill

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

22 October 2007

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The Media (Transparency and Disclosure) Bill would require media organisations to be more open about who owns them and who funds them, and would set rules about what must be disclosed. It would create or empower a regulator to enforce these rules and impose penalties for non‑compliance. The aim is to improve accountability and public trust by making ownership and funding clearer.

Key Points

  • Requires disclosure of ownership and funding sources of media organisations.
  • Sets requirements for disclosures and publication of transparency information by outlets, including potential conflicts of interest.
  • Powers a regulator to monitor compliance and impose sanctions for breaches.

Who is affected?

Media organisations (print, broadcast, and online outlets)Media owners and fundersRegulators/enforcement bodiesThe general public/consumers

Generated 21 February 2026

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23 May 2007

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