"Kemi Badenoch is a free-speecher who argued for the weakening of the Online Safety Act in 2022 by removing the ban on legal but harmful material for adults, claiming it was legislating for hurt feelings."
"Keir Starmer is strengthening the law by banning addictive algorithms."
"Margaret Hodge, as chair of the public accounts committee, pursued the great online monopolies, their untouchable power and tax avoidance."
"Hodge accused the likes of Amazon of logging their UK sales in low-tax countries."
Labour is gaining confidence by standing up to Donald Trump and his rhetoric. The selection of a new chair for Ofcom is crucial, as it will indicate the government's stance on online regulation. Ofcom has been ineffective, particularly in regulating online harms. Kemi Badenoch advocates for less regulation, while Keir Starmer supports stricter laws. Conservative MP Jeremy Wright calls for better implementation of online safety measures, while Margaret Hodge has challenged major online companies regarding their power and tax practices.
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