General · 22 June 2026

Starmer: Social media must boost BBC news

A new plan from Labour leader Keir Starmer aims to fight disinformation by making social media platforms prioritise trusted news. His proposals would mean private media firms face more restrictions, ensuring content from public service broadcasters like the BBC gets priority. This move is designed to give news from organisations like the BBC a boost on social media feeds.

By BriefTea Editorial · 22 June 2026 at 7:05

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