China Global Television Network

(asked on 14th October 2019) - View Source

Question to the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport:

To ask the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, when Ofcom plans to report on its investigation of whether CGTN's coverage of Hong Kong protests broke broadcasting rules.


Answered by
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Nigel Adams
This question was answered on 17th October 2019

Broadcasting regulation is a matter for Ofcom, as the independent regulator of television and radio. The details of ongoing investigations are not shared with government, as Ofcom must be able to carry out is regulatory duties without interference.

Ofcom has stated publicly that it is currently assessing complaints against China Global Television Network. If, following an investigation, Ofcom finds its rules have been broken, it will take the necessary enforcement action.

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