Submission from the International Broadcasting Trust (IBT) and the University of Leeds to Ofcom’s Designation of Public Service Broadcaster Internet Programme Services
From left to right, Atok, 9, Ackuon,12, Arek Luach Nhial, 15, ( yellow scarf ) and grandfather Kerbino Agany Athien, 60, from Sudan and await screening and emergency food rations from Action Against Hunger.
We believe the proposed methods do not go nearly far enough in understanding the nature of the IPS platforms seeking designation, the algorithms used, and how they can meaningfully create public service environments. We propose that PSBs should be required to set out the values, principles, and priorities underpinning their IPS platforms and informing the development and deployment of algorithms and recommendation systems.
March 2025