More than seven out of 10 UK adults (71%) now consume news online, surpassing the 70% for traditional television, marking a significant generational shift in media habits.
Ofcom noted that social media is now a key news source for over half of UK adults, with a rise from 47% in 2023 to 52% now.
Despite the rise in online news consumption, traditional sources like the BBC still lead in trust and accuracy, highlighting a distinction in audience perception.
The BBC's Fiona Bruce expressed concern over the shift to social media as a major news source, indicating its potential issues with reliability.
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