United Kingdom: Office of Communications opened consultation on draft rules on combatting mobile messaging scams
Description
Office of Communications opened consultation on draft rules on combatting mobile messaging scams
On 29 October 2025, the Office of Communications (Ofcom) opened a consultation on a draft rule on combating mobile messaging scams until 28 January 2026. The draft rule would require mobile providers to limit messaging volumes on pay-as-you-go SIMs,…
Scope
Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
User identification requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
messaging service provider
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body