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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

The Internet Television Equipment Regulations 2024

24 October 2024 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Proposed by Stephanie Peacock Lab Barnsley South

Culture, Media & Sport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government is laying regulations under the Media Act 2024 to define internet television equipment for a new online prominence regime.
  • These regulations specify smart TVs and streaming devices as internet television equipment.
  • A review will be conducted a year after implementation to adapt to changing technology and viewing habits.

Issue summary

The Government is laying regulations under the Media Act 2024 to define internet television equipment for a new online prominence regime.

Action requested

These regulations specify smart TVs and streaming devices as internet television equipment. A review will be conducted a year after implementation to adapt to changing technology and viewing habits.

Key facts

  • The Media Act 2024 received royal assent on 24 May 2024.
  • Categories of TV devices are specified as “internet television equipment” for the new prominence framework.
  • Smart TVs, streaming devices including set-top boxes and streaming sticks are defined as internet television equipment.
  • The regulations will be reviewed a year after implementation.
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