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MNN Global · February 20, 2026 · 1 min read

Starmer criticised for slow action on social media regulation

What happened: Baroness Kidron told the BBC that Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been slow to regulate social media and is seen as appeasing big tech companies.

Why it matters:

  • Delays in regulation may affect online safety and content control.
  • Tech firms could continue operating with limited oversight, impacting users and society.

MNN Take: The comments highlight ongoing concerns about how quickly governments respond to challenges posed by social media platforms and the influence of large technology companies.

Sources: BBC Business