Ministers in the UK government are withholding the identities of the media companies that lobbied regarding newly proposed laws that would allow foreign powers to own 15% of British newspapers. This legislative change potentially enables foreign investments, such as a consortium involving the UAE, to acquire publications like the Telegraph. The unusual request for secrecy around the consulting companies has sparked concern among lawmakers, particularly about the implications of this confidentiality on public trust and transparency.
The government's recent adjustment to foreign ownership laws for British newspapers, allowing 15% foreign ownership, reflects ongoing tensions around media influence and transparency.
Ministers have been asked to maintain secrecy over the media companies that participated in consultations regarding the change to foreign ownership laws, raising concerns about transparency.
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