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Online Harm: Child Protection Debate

Westminster

26 February 2026

Scotland Questions – July 2025

House of Commons chamber.

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13 August 2025

Scottish Affairs Committee – March 2025

House of Commons chamber.

Westminster

27 March 2025

Scotland Questions – March 2025

House of Commons chamber.

Westminster

27 March 2025

Scottish Parliament’s Economy and Fair Work Committee

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Westminster

04 February 2025

Scotland Questions – January 2025

House of Commons chamber.

Westminster

04 February 2025

Scotland Questions – December 2024

House of Commons chamber.

Westminster

17 December 2024

Scottish Affairs Committee – November 2024

House of Commons chamber.

Westminster

22 November 2024

Scotland Questions – October 2024

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Westminster

08 November 2024

Gambling: Risk Assessment

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

It is for the Gambling Commission to decide whether to implement Financial Risk Assessments. DCMS supports the policy intent behind Financial Risk Assessments, and has had regular engagement with...

Gambling: Licensing

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

Gambling Impact Assessments (GIAs) have now been introduced in the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act, delivering on a commitment made in the 2023 gambling white paper. The gambling...

Culture and Media: Government Assistance

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

The Government recognises the challenges that cultural, arts and media organisations face, including pressures arising from increased operating costs resulting from ongoing global instability....

Arts: Self-employed

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

We recognise the vital contribution that freelancers provide to the cultural ecosystem of this country. That is why we committed in the Creative Industries Sector Plan to appoint a Freelance...

UK Town of Culture

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

We are delighted by the interest and excitement there has been in the UK Town of Culture competition. The competition has now closed and there has been strong interest from many places right...

Department for Culture, Media and Sport: Artificial Intelligence

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

The Government is committed to harnessing the benefits of artificial intelligence to improve the productivity of the Civil Service and the quality of public services. Departments provide...

Armed Forces: Recruitment

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

Advertising on television is co-regulated by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) and Ofcom, independently of the Government. The Broadcast Committee of Advertising Practice (BCAP), an...

Culture, Practices and Ethics of the Press Inquiry

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

The Leveson Inquiry led to changes in the regulatory system of the press, which included the creation of the Press Recognition Panel, by Royal Charter, and two new press regulators, the...

Ministers: Artificial Intelligence

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

The Data and AI Ethics Framework provides detailed guidance and a self-assessment for government and public sector teams on how to use data and data-driven technologies responsibly. It bridges...

Cultural Heritage: Dunfermline

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

We know that our national heritage remains a core attraction for international and domestic visitors, and I am pleased Dunfermline is exploring how its heritage assets and visitor attractions can...

BBC: Political Impartiality

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

The BBC is a vital national institution, and as such, Ministers and Senior Officials regularly meet with BBC leadership to discuss a range of issues. The Secretary of State had an introductory...

UK Town of Culture

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

We are delighted by the energy and enthusiasm the UK Town of Culture competition has generated amongst towns. We previously told applicants that we would announce the shortlist in Spring. As a...

Artificial Intelligence: Gambling

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

The Government takes the issue of children being directed to illegal gambling sites very seriously. AI chatbots covered by the Online Safety Act must protect all users from illegal content. We...

Gambling: Children

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

Gambling advertising on social media must adhere to the same standards set for other mediums. Advertising codes require operators to ensure targeting is used responsibly, utilising tools...

Gambling: Children and Young People

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

The Government is committed to prioritising protections for children and young people. Operators must comply with the UK Code of Non-broadcast Advertising and Direct & Promotional Marketing...

Religious Buildings: Finance

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

Heritage funding is devolved. The Places of Worship Renewal Fund is an England-only scheme starting in 2026/27 with a £23m annual budget. The Northern Irish Government received Barnett...

Places of Worship Renewal Fund: VAT

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

The new Places of Worship Renewal Fund is a capital grant scheme which will operate in England only as Heritage is a devolved matter. Where capital grants have been awarded, VAT on eligible works...

Music: Competition

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

The government is committed to supporting a flourishing live music industry. The UK music sector’s status as a global powerhouse relies on a pipeline of high-quality talent, from local...

Creative Foundations Fund

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

The first round of the Creative Foundations Fund awarded £96 million to 74 arts and cultural organisations in England. Arts Council England received 117 eligible applications from...

Gambling: Licensing

Department for Culture, Media and Sport

Ian Murray received a response to a question they put to the government

Gambling Impact Assessments (GIAs) have now been introduced in the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act. GIAs will allow local authorities to create a presumption against granting new...