United Kingdom: Office of Communications opened investigation into provider of Chat-Avenue over alleged failure to comply with duties under Online Safety Act

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Office of Communications opened investigation into provider of Chat-Avenue over alleged failure to comply with duties under Online Safety Act

On 21 April 2026, the Office of Communications (Ofcom) opened an investigation into the provider of Chat-Avenue to assess compliance with duties under the Online Safety Act 2023, pursuant to Sections 9, 10, 11, 12, 20, 23, and 36. The investigation …

Scope

Policy Area
Content moderation
Policy Instrument
Content moderation regulation
Regulated Economic Activity
messaging service provider
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body

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2026-04-21
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On 21 April 2026, the Office of Communications (Ofcom) opened an investigation into the provider of…