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Margaret Hodge Eyes Ofcom Chair Amid Online Safety Push

2/19/2026

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Labour peer Margaret Hodge is a candidate for the chair of Ofcom as the current chair's term ends on April 26.
Hodge has advocated for stricter social media regulations and was interviewed last week.
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall will make the final decision and seeks a tougher enforcement approach under the Online Safety Act.
Hodge criticized delays in implementing the Online Safety Act and supports banning online anonymity.

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Labour peer Margaret Hodge is a candidate for the chair of Ofcom as the current chair's term ends on April 26.
Hodge has advocated for stricter social media regulations and was interviewed last week.
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall will make the final decision and seeks a tougher enforcement approach under the Online Safety Act.
Hodge criticized delays in implementing the Online Safety Act and supports banning online anonymity.