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Publication of new Media Green Paper
23 June 2026
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The government has published a Green Paper addressing challenges facing the UK media, particularly television, and proposing measures to ensure an informed society with accessible high-quality content.
Action Requested
The government is consulting on legislative options to enhance discoverability of trustworthy news providers on social media, develop media literacy strategies for PSM providers, support audience transition to IPTV services, and consider strategic reforms to the PSM system. The consultation will run for 10 weeks, followed by a White Paper later this year.
Key Facts
- Government published a Green Paper titled 'Watch this Space: A new strategic direction for UK media'.
- Consultation period is set for 10 weeks.
- Final decisions on DTT withdrawal will be made in response to the consultation and detailed in a White Paper.
- The review of BBC’s Royal Charter complements this Green Paper.
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