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Online Advertising: Taskforce Progress Report 2023-24

02 December 2024

Proposing MP
Rhondda and Ogmore
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Culture, Media and Sport

At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement is about the publication of the Online Advertising Taskforce's Progress Report 2023-24, which outlines the taskforce's efforts to tackle illegal advertising and enhance transparency and accountability in online advertising.

Action Requested

The minister has published an Online Advertising Experiences survey commissioned by DCMS and an updated progress report. The taskforce will continue its work with renewed focus on trust and transparency issues over the next year, building upon existing initiatives and developing new strategies through six working groups.

Key Facts

  • The Taskforce brings together government and industry to tackle harms associated with online advertising.
  • Six working groups have been formed focusing on specific areas within the Action Plan.
  • An Online Advertising Experiences survey has been commissioned by DCMS and carried out by Ipsos.
  • A further meeting of the Taskforce took place on 4 November, updating terms of reference for future work.
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