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Wednesday 5th March 2025 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Twycross (Lab)]

My noble friend makes a really important point, particularly in this age when so many people find it difficult to know which media source to trust. A lot of people get their trusted news from local media sources, so sustainability of local journalism is an area of particular concern for this Government. We are developing a local media strategy in recognition of the importance of this vital sector, reflecting the contributions and perspectives of local media that help to foster a self-confident nation in which everyone feels that their contribution and area of the country are part of an inclusive national story.

[Lord Addington (LD)]

My Lords, will the Minister give us an idea—or at least an understanding of the Government’s intent—on whether we are going to ban for ever foreign ownership, or just state foreign ownership, of any of our broadsheet papers? If they cease to exist, where do we go from there?