Media Act Implementation

In the last month we have published four consultations, as we continue to implement the new provisions in the Media Act 2024.

The public service broadcasters (‘PSBs’) hold a unique place in UK society. Their role includes providing a wide range of informative and entertaining programmes that reflect the diversity of the nations and regions of the UK and are freely available to all.

In this consultation, we welcome input on our proposed framework and the methods we intend to apply when deciding whether to designate an IPS. We also seek views on our proposed processes for IPS providers to follow when applying for designation, and for Ofcom to revoke designation.

A consultation on the principles and methods we propose to use in making recommendations to the Secretary of State for designating radio selection services.

In response to the Media Act’s new transparency measure, we are further proposing to make provision in our Guidance to ensure that independent producers are aware of the PSB’s Code ahead of negotiating a commissioning contract with that PSB.

We welcome views from interested parties on our proposals and any other factors worth considering when determining whether a multiplex is suitable for a licensee’s needs under the New Renewal Route set out in our consultation.

In this consultation, we welcome input on the proposed methods and principles that we intend to apply in our report.

Ofcom is today publishing two consultations as we continue to implement new laws under the Media Act 2024.

In this call for evidence, we are seeking input to help us implement changes to the listed events regime introduced by the Media Act.

The Secretary of State of Culture, Media and Sport has made commencement regulations which bring Part 5 of the Media Act 2024 into force, as well as a section of Part 1 to allow for our preparatory work on PSB reform.