The government is grateful to the House of Commons Science, Innovation and Technology Select Committee for their report on “Social Media, Misinformation and Harmful Algorithms”. The report examines the challenges posed by social media algorithms in amplifying harmful and misleading content, and highlights the importance of upholding public safety, free expression, platform accountability, user control, and transparency in shaping the UK’s approach to online safety. We take seriously the Committee’s recommendations and acknowledge the challenges posed by misinformation on social media platforms, especially when amplified through platform business models and design. Accordingly, this response outlines a variety of legislative and non-legislative measures implemented across government to address the factors contributing to the spread of misinformation and disinformation. These initiatives include the regulatory provisions introduced by the Online Safety Act 2023, as well as ongoing efforts to enhance media literacy. Multiple approaches have been, and continue to be implemented to address the issues related to misinformation and disinformation, while also maintaining the utmost consideration towards freedom of speech.