Digital television switchover

Documents to download

Suicide prevention: online platforms, print media and broadcasting

Ofcom enforces measures in the Online Safety Act to protect web users from suicide or self-harm content. It also regulates broadcast media, but not the press.
The future of the BBC licence fee

Changes in TV viewing habits since the licence fee was established, such as the rise of on-demand streaming, have led some to challenge the BBC's funding model.
- Press and media
TV licence fee non-payment: should it be decriminalised?

The government launched a review into the BBC's funding model in 2023. Its findings will inform the review of the BBC's Royal Charter, which expires in 2027.
- Press and media