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5G and Health Summary

WebSummary of consultation responses from individuals and groups with health concerns about 5G mobile and related technologies. Our consultation document noted that, in the UK, it …

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Teens on screens: Life online for children and young adults revealed

WebStriking the screen-life-wellbeing balance. Today’s research also includes a deep-dive into the online lives of older teenagers and young adults aged 16 to 24. This …

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Online Nation 2023 Report

Web5 YouTube was the highest-reaching social media service among UK online adults using smartphones, tablets or computers, with more than nine in ten (91.0%) visiting it in May …

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Covid-19 news and information: consumption and attitudes

WebChildren's News Consumption Survey: Covid-19 March 2021 key findings. As part of our 2021 News Consumption in the UK study, we asked around 500 12-15 …

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Treating vulnerable customers fairly: a guide for phone

WebOne of Ofcom’s priorities is to make sure broadband, phone and TV customers, especially vulnerable customers, are treated fairly. We want vulnerable people to receive a high …

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5G mobile technology: a guide

WebWhat is 5G? 5G is the new, fifth generation of mobile technology. Like previous mobile generations, including 3G and 4G, 5G uses the radio spectrum. The radio spectrum …

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Living our lives online – top trends from Ofcom’s latest research

WebHere are some of the top trends from our research. 1. Children leading secret lives on social. Many children could be using private social media accounts – like …

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Children and parents: media use and attitudes report 2022

WebThis report looks at media use, attitudes and understanding among children and young people aged 3-17. It also includes findings on parents’ views about their children’s media …

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Digital divide narrowed by pandemic, but around 1.5m homes

WebQuarter of vulnerable children struggle with device access for remote learning. The UK’s digital divide narrowed during the coronavirus pandemic, as people have gone online to …

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Statement: Protecting participants in TV and radio programmes

WebStatement: Protecting participants in TV and radio programmes. Statement published 18 December 2020. In recent years, Ofcom has seen a steady rise in …

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Encountering violent online content starts at primary school

WebChildren’s willingness to report harmful content undermined by lack of trust in process. Children first see violent online content while still at primary school and describe …

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Guidance on EMF Compliance and Enforcement

WebGUIDANCE: Publication Date: 18 May 2021. 1. Introduction. All uses of radio spectrum generate electromagnetic fields (EMF) and there are international guidelines to help …

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Children and Parents: Media Use and Attitudes 2023

WebIn contrast, use of Facebook among children aged 3-17 dipped from 40% in 2021 to 34% in 2022. As the age of children increases, the use of different apps also increases. For …

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Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

WebOfcom authorises and manages the use of the radio spectrum in the UK. We issue licences and set conditions for the use of spectrum without a licence. In performing that role, we …

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The genuine article

WebAlthough seven in 10 adults (69%) said they were confident in identifying misinformation, only two in 10 (22%) were able to correctly identify the tell-tale signs of a genuine post, …

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Viewers' attitudes towards sex and violence on TV revealed

WebViewers feel that the portrayal of sex and sexual relationships in programmes has improved and modernised, according to Ofcom’s latest study into audience attitudes …

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Warning: this guide contains highly offensive language and

WebOfcom commissioned Ipsos MORI to conduct research to help them understand public attitudes towards offensive language on TV and radio. This document serves as a Quick …

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British Standards Institution

WebBSI is the UK’s National Standards Body, incorporated by Royal Charter and responsible independently for preparing British Standards and for coordinating the input of UK …

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Rules on using radio equipment

WebOther rules and offences. Unauthorised use. Deliberate interference. Radio frequency jamming. Unauthorised reception, interception, or disclosure of transmissions. Mobile …

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