Submitted on Saturday 25th September 2021
Rejected on Tuesday 28th September 2021
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: irrelevant (see below for details)
Make the media accountable for sharing ‘fake news’ and causing panic
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.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
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.
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