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UK broadcasters must ensure public service content is on YouTube, regulator says

( July 21, 2025, 12:19 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: UK television broadcasters must ensure their public service content is visible and easy to find on YouTube, the country’s communications regulator said today. Ofcom called on public service media organizations to prioritize discoverability of news and children’s programs on third-party online platforms. The proposal forms part of a six-point plan urging closer collaboration between broadcasters and global tech firms. Ofcom also called on the UK government to consider legislation requiring YouTube to give public service content more prominence on the platform, warning that voluntary measures may no longer be sufficient.Statement follows. Documents attached....

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