Introduce measures to hold social media platforms to account for tackling scams
I would like the UK government to hold social media platforms accountable for tackling scams on their platforms by requiring them to adopt specific measures.
Signatures
50
signatures
Government response threshold (10,000) · 50/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 50/100,000
- 21 SEPT 2025Petition closedFinal total: 50 signatures
- 21 MAR 2025Petition opened for signatures
Background
This includes:
- require & enforce ID checks for users
- require reporting & audits
- create an anti-scam taskforce
- raise public awareness
- fund victim compensation
Many people lose money and trust due to social media scams. I think platforms are failing to act - with scammers operating freely - so we need stronger regulation to hold them accountable, enforce security and protect users. I think it will help prevent financial harm, restore trust and show online safety is a national priority.