Ofcom’s programme-making and special events (PMSE) team are some of our unsung heroes.
Why were shoppers at a major supermarket in Hertfordshire unable to open their car doors – and what's it got to do with Ofcom?
05 March 2021
Ofcom’s programme-making and special events (PMSE) team are some of our unsung heroes.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/ofcom-investigates-tech-mystery-at-royal-albert-hall
01 March 2021
If you’re struggling to pay your phone or broadband bill during the pandemic, you should speak to your provider as soon as possible to see how they can help.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/support-for-customers-during-pandemic
01 March 2021
Why were shoppers at a major supermarket in Hertfordshire unable to open their car doors – and what's it got to do with Ofcom?
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/spectrum-mystery-leaves-shoppers-stuck-in-car-park
17 February 2021
We have received reports of scam calls and texts relating to the coronavirus, or Covid-19.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/coronavirus-scam-calls-and-texts
16 February 2021
We have today published a consultation on our proposals for providing deaf people with access to video relay services to help them make calls to the emergency services.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/emergency-video-relay-additional-proposals
15 February 2021
Fifty three more community radio stations will receive emergency funding through the Community Radio Fund, helping the to continue to provide vital services to local communities.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/community-radio-emergency-funding
12 February 2021
Ofcom has fined O2 £10.5m, after billing errors meant it overcharged mobile customers who left the mobile provider.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/ofcom-fines-o2-for-overcharging
09 February 2021
Today is Safer Internet Day 2021. Promoting responsible and respectful use of digital technology, with the aim of creating a better internet for everybody.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/safer-internet-day-2021
05 February 2021
Economist shares views on Ofcom’s decision to fine Royal Mail in 2019
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/economic-insights-2019-royal-mail-competition-case
04 February 2021
Ofcom has today withdrawn the licence for CGTN to broadcast in the UK, after its investigation concluded that the licence is wrongfully held by Star China Media Limited.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/ofcom-revokes-cgtn-licence-to-broadcast-in-uk
03 February 2021
Residential broadband and home phone customers would benefit from quicker, simpler and more reliable switching, under Ofcom plans to introduce a new ‘one touch’ process.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/new-plans-for-seamless-broadband-switching
02 February 2021
Ofcom has today published the latest league tables on the complaints we’ve received about the UK’s major home phone, broadband, mobile and pay-TV firms.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/telecoms-and-pay-tv-complaints-q3-2020
14 January 2021
Ofcom has today published a report that takes a look at some of the emerging technologies that could shape the way we live, communicate and entertain ourselves in the future.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/emerging-technologies-shaping-future-of-communications
06 January 2021
With millions of children across the UK now learning from home, Ofcom has published a guide to the support available to make sure families can get online and children can continue their education.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/children-connected-home-learning-lockdown
22 December 2020
At a time when we all need a bit of festive fun, Ofcom has been helping to bring about a new spin on traditional entertainment to keep the country smiling through a Christmas season like no other.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/ofcom-helps-to-spread-a-little-christmas-cheer
18 December 2020
People taking part in TV and radio programmes must be properly looked after by broadcasters, under new rules introduced by Ofcom.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/new-protections-for-people-taking-part-in-tv-and-radio-shows
18 December 2020
New Ofcom research reveals the challenges and tough choices many telecoms customers are facing this year, with more action needed from providers to support customers in financial difficulty.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/4.7-million-uk-homes-have-struggled-to-afford-their-telecoms-bills-this-year
17 December 2020
Eight million UK homes can now access gigabit-speed broadband – fast, reliable connections that are fit for the future.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/gigabit-broadband-reaches-one-in-four-homes
15 December 2020
The Government has decided to appoint Ofcom as the regulator for online harms in the UK.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/ofcom-to-regulate-harmful-content-online
15 December 2020
The Government has appointed Maggie Carver as Ofcom’s interim Chair from 1 January 2021, following the departure of our current Chairman Lord Burns at the end of this year.
https://www.ofcom.org.uk/about-ofcom/latest/features-and-news/maggie-carver-appointed-ofcom-interim-chair