United Kingdom: Office of Communications closes consultation on updated draft guidance on highly effective age assurance for Part 3 Services

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Office of Communications closes consultation on updated draft guidance on highly effective age assurance for Part 3 Services

On 20 October 2025, the Office of Communications (Ofcom) closes its consultation on the draft guidance on highly effective age assurance for Part 3 Services, which was initiated on 30 June 2025. During the consultation period, stakeholders were invi…

Scope

Policy Area
Consumer protection
Policy Instrument
Age verification requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
cross-cutting
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body

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2025-06-30
in consultation

On 30 June 2025, the Office of Communications (Ofcom) initiated a consultation on draft guidance on…

2025-10-20
processing consultation

On 20 October 2025, the Office of Communications (Ofcom) closes its consultation on the draft guida…