US government challenges Ofcom over OSA impact on free speech
01/04/2025 | The Guardian
Officials from the US State Department's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor (DRL) have met with Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, over concerns about the potential impact of the new Online Safety Act 2023 (OSA) on freedom of expression.
The meeting occurred amidst reports that free speech concerns could affect UK-US trade negotiations, particularly concerning the case of anti-abortion campaigner Livia Tossici-Bolt.
The meeting also follows pressure from figures close to President Trump, who have criticized the UK government's handling of free expression, especially in the context of last summer's riots.
Ofcom responded by stating that the meeting was part of its routine engagement with international stakeholders, aimed at providing factual briefings on the practical implementation of the OSA to protect UK citizens.
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