UK Lawmakers Warn of Repeat Civil Unrest Without Action on Viral Misinformation
British MPs are sounding alarms that failure to address online misinformation and AI-generated content could lead to repeated civil disturbances. The science and technology committee claims current regulations don’t adequately cover emerging threats from social media algorithms and digital advertising systems.
Parliamentary Committee Issues Stark Warning
According to reports from the Commons science and technology select committee, the United Kingdom faces imminent risk of repeated civil unrest unless the government takes stronger action against online misinformation. The committee chair, Chi Onwurah, has accused ministers of complacency regarding social media content that could trigger public disturbances similar to the 2024 summer riots.
