This petition was submitted during the 2019-2024 parliament
Rejected petition Hold the media accountable for creating unfounded panic and panic buying
The mainstream media are regularly creating panic by exaggeration of minor issues, this is causing the general public to behave irrationally and is creating dangerous situations
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The media outlets need to be held accountable and have there broadcast rights removed when they are seen to create unnecessary panic.
This is becoming a regular occurrence and needs to be stopped before lives are lost as a consequence telling half truths, if social media posts can be fact checked then media outlets should face the same scrutiny.
This petition was rejected
Why was this petition rejected?
It’s about something that the UK Government or Parliament is not directly responsible for.
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. Ofcom is responsible for the issuing of broadcast licences.
We only reject petitions that don’t meet the petition standards.