Ofcom has launched a consultation on parts of the framework under the Online Safety Act 2023 (OSA 2023) which underpin its Online Safety Technology Notice powers to tackle terrorism and child sexual exploitation and abuse (CSEA) content. Under OSA 2023, s 121, Ofcom is able to require a provider within the scope of the OSA 2023 to use a specific technology to tackle terrorism and/or CSEA content or develop such technology. Any such technology will need to be accredited against minimum standards of accuracy set by the government upon advice from Ofcom. In this consultation, Ofcom seeks views on its proposals on the minimum standard of accuracy for accredited technologies and its draft guidance on how to exercise the Technology Notice power. Responses can be submitted until 5pm on 10 March 2025.

Ofcom has launched a consultation on the principles and methods it will use to recommend the designation of 'television selection services' under the Media Act 2024. This new legislation introduces an online availability and prominence regime for public service broadcaster (PSB) TV apps on connected TV platforms. Ofcom is seeking input on its proposed approach for preparing a report to the Secretary of State, which will inform the designation of services falling within this new regulatory framework. The consultation also invites views on Ofcom's emerging thinking for its first report, should the proposed principles and methods be implemented. The consultation will close on 5 February 2025

Ofcom has launched a consultation on proposals to make the Wireless Telegraphy (Exemption) (Amendment) Regulations 2025, which would amend the Wireless Telegraphy (Exemption) Regulations 2021, SI 2021/493. The proposed regulations would introduce new licence exemptions for Short Range Devices, Group B Autonomous Maritime Radio Devices operating in the 9 MHz frequency band, coastal station radio training schools and 8 GHz Fixed Wireless Access equipment. They would also update existing licence exemptions for high density fixed satellite service systems to extend the frequency range for use in the 28 GHz band. The consultation closes on 22 January 2026 and follows policy decisions set out in Ofcom's February 2025 statement on increasing use of the 27.5–30 GHz and 32 GHz bands, as well as its October 2025 statement on making additional equipment licence exempt.

Ofcom has opened a consultation on proposals to make two additional spectrum bands available for drone use on a time-limited basis, supporting companies to develop, launch and expand commercial drone deployments while longer-term spectrum solutions are considered. The consultation also proposes a new licence to authorise the use of drone detection radar in the UK, reflecting increasing safety and security risks linked to the growing capability of drones. The consultation closes on 30 September 2026.

Ofcom has launched a consultation on a draft code of practice and accompanying guidance to implement the Media Act 2024 requirements for connected TV platforms. The draft code sets out recommended actions for designated connected TV platform providers to ensure that public service broadcaster (PSB) players, their public service content and public service channels included in the players receive appropriate prominence on their platforms. It also outlines accessibility measures to enhance the experience of disabled users when navigating platform interfaces and finding accessible content. Ofcom is additionally consulting on guidance on how designated connected TV platform providers and PSBs can comply with statutory agreement objectives when entering into arrangements for the inclusion of designated PSB players on connected TV platforms. The consultation closes on 25 March 2026, with Ofcom intending to issue a statement alongside the final code and guidance later in 2026.

Ofcom has published a consultation on its draft report recommending the designation of Amazon's Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple's Siri as radio selection services under the Media Act 2024. The Act introduced rules aimed at securing availability of UK broadcast radio streams via voice-activated devices, requiring designated services to reliably provide online streams in response to voice commands. The consultation closes on 11 December 2025, with Ofcom planning a separate consultation on a Code of Practice for compliance next year.

Ofcom has published draft new content standards and accessibility Codes for consultation, proposing stronger protections for UK audiences using major streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+. Ofcom said the proposals, enabled by powers under the Media Act 2024, are intended to align standards for streaming platforms more closely with those applying to traditional broadcasters so audiences receive consistent protections regardless of how they watch content. Under the proposed content standards Code, ‘Tier 1’ streaming services would be required to comply with rules covering harmful and offensive material, fairness and privacy, due impartiality and due accuracy in news, and protections for under-18s, while the draft accessibility Code would introduce minimum quotas requiring services to subtitle 80% of their catalogue, provide audio description for 10%, and signing for 5%. Ofcom said the proposals would also require streaming services to provide clear content information and warnings, maintain protections against unfair treatment and privacy infringements, and improve accessibility for people with sight or hearing impairments. The consultation will close on 7 August 2026.

Ofcom has published a consultation on draft Fraudulent Advertising Codes of Practice under the Online Safety Act 2023 (OSA 2023), setting out proposals for how Category 1 and Category 2A services should tackle fraudulent advertising. The consultation proposes nearly 40 measures to increase transparency and accountability and protect users from fraudulent advertising. It forms part of the implementation of the OSA 2023's fraudulent advertising duties and seeks stakeholder views on measures covering governance and accountability, fraud indicator assessments, advertising moderation, complaints and reporting systems, advertising libraries, testing of advertisement generation tools, account integrity measures and account appeals. The consultation closes on 2 October 2026.

Ofcom has published draft guidance for consultation on how online service providers should comply with deceased child user duties under section 75 of the Online Safety Act 2023. The consultation aims to help providers understand their obligations when bereaved parents request information about their deceased child's use of online services. The guidance proposes requirements for clear disclosure policies, timely responses and sensitive treatment of bereaved parents. Ofcom has also updated its Online Safety Information Powers Guidance to include Data Preservation Notices and Coroner Information Notices provisions. The consultation ends on 23 March 2026.

Ofcom has launched a consultation on expanding access to the 6 GHz band for commercial mobile and Wi-Fi services. The regulator proposes to introduce low-power, indoor Wi-Fi in the Upper 6 GHz band (6425-7125 MHz) by the end of 2025, followed by mobile services once European harmonisation is more mature. Ofcom is also seeking input on authorising standard-power Wi-Fi in the Lower 6 GHz band (5925-6425 MHz) using an Automated Frequency Coordination database. The consultation aims to maximise benefits for citizens and consumers through a phased approach to spectrum sharing. Responses to the consultation are due by 5pm on 8 May 2025.

Ofcom has launched a consultation on draft guidance under the Online Safety Act 2023 on how providers of online services can take action against harmful content which disproportionately affects women and girls. The draft guidance outlines nine areas where technology firms should improve safety measures by taking responsibility and designing their services in a way which prevents harm. The consultation closes at 5pm on 23 May 2025.

Ofcom has launched a consultation on proposals to introduce a new British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Online Material Code and accompanying procedures which will apply to online material on the BBC’s UK public services. The proposed code will apply to BBC online content intended for UK users, including material on BBC news and sports websites, BBC apps on smartphones, televisions and other devices, BBC social media accounts, reposts by those accounts and BBC educational and learning resources. The code will replace the current Online Arrangement relating to online material. The consultation invites stakeholders’ input on the proposed code by 27 August 2026.