87. We acknowledge concerns about the role of algorithms in amplifying harmful content, as set out in the Government’s response to the Science, Innovation and Technology Committee’s report on social media, misinformation and algorithms in September 2025. With this in mind, the Online Safety Act already gives Ofcom the power to request information on algorithm design, including as it relates to illegal mis- and disinformation. 88. We also agree that social media companies should provide legitimate data to researchers. This government has legislated to allow for a Researcher Access to Data Scheme, allowing for the first time independent researchers to have access to what has previously been private company data. We will be consulting on how to operationalise this scheme later this year before bringing forward regulations for both Houses to approve. This is in addition to Ofcom’s existing extensive powers on information gathering and transparency.