1) What is the difference between a consumer based media regulation system and a citizen based regulation system?

Citizen based is about creating content that contributes to social and cultural health whereas Consumer based is where creators are given freedom to create what the audience wants.

2) What impact did the 2003 Communications Act have on media regulation?

To help the UK become competitive in the global market. It promoted independent services commissioned by the BBC. It needed to create content that was more commercially viable – but lacks civic-minded approach. Allowed for organisations to have little regulations through Ofcam.

‘little accountability for citizens interests’

3) What is the drawback of a self-regulated system?

Most companies have to construct their own codes. Limits on taboo subjects are not controlled such as The Daily Star that allow more sexually explicit content. This is due to Neoliberalism where people are allowed to do what they like.

4) How do you regulate media content and organisations on a global scale?

Organisations such as the UN or EU can collectively agree on certain regulations. Use terms of service to control the platforms.