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UK's Ofcom seeks input on data online platforms should keep after a child’s death

( September 16, 2025, 10:17 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Companies and individuals can contribute views and comments on Ofcom’s proposed guidance for online platforms’ information preservation regarding children's online activity after a coroner’s request, the regulator said on Tuesday. Starting Sept. 30, the regulator will be empowered to instruct tech companies to retain information about a deceased child's activity on an online platform, should this be requested by a coroner. Views can be submitted until Oct. 28. Publication of the final guidance is scheduled for the end of the year.Statement follows. Consultation is attached. ...

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