Make the media accountable for sharing ‘fake news’ and causing panic

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

Accountability needs to be imposed on the press in order to stop cascade panic reactions. Sky’s ‘Breaking News’ app has this week told millions of people, mid working day, that there was a massive fuel issue. This has resulted in panic buying and has affected emergency services.

I want the UK Government to ensure the media and press in the UK returns to impartial, factual news reporting to ensure people do not unnecessarily panic. The panic buying of Covid lockdowns, the current fuel situation can all be traced to the media chasing clicks and views. Enough is enough - Hold them to account.

Why it was rejected

It asked for something that is not the responsibility of the UK Government or Parliament.

We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. The Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the content of media reporting.

Timeline

25 Sep 2021	Petition opened for signatures
28 Sep 2021	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 28 Sep 2021

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