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Informing policy

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The School collaborates closely with the media industry, regulators, policymakers and third sector organisations to inform local, national and international policies. By working with organisations including the BBC, Ofcom, DCMS and the European Commission, we aim to ensure that the development, implementation and evaluation of policy is underpinned by robust, independent evidence.  Our academics have shaped policy on the future of public service broadcasting and TV distribution, music streaming and digital creative work, and trust in the media. By working in partnership, we are helping to inform the future of media from the ground up, collaborating on goals that could set the standard for years to come. 

To enquire how you or your organisation could work with us, get in touch with the School or feel free to explore our wider research themes and projects. 

Research projects undertaken by the School include: 

Public Service Media in the Age of Platforms 

The Public Service Media in an Age of Platforms project, led by Professor Cathy Johnson examines how streaming services are transforming the traditional media landscape, and asks how public service media organisations, regulators and policymakers are adapting. By partnering with international collaborators such as the European Broadcasting Union and European Platform of Regulatory Authorities, and working closely with regulators, such as Ofcom, the project has shaped policy development and implementation in the UK and Europe.  

Music Creators’ Earnings in the Digital Era 

Led by Professor Dave Hesmondhalgh this project conducted a comprehensive review of how artists earn money from their music for the Intellectual Property Office. It informed national and international debates about how creators earn revenue through music streaming, and the role of intellectual property rights. 

Debating the Future of Public Service Broadcasting: Recommendations of an Online Citizens’ Assembly 

Led by Dr Giles Moss and Professor Lee Edwards (LSE), this project brought together members of the public for a series of deliberative discussions about the future of public service media. It contributed to the evidence base for Ofcom’s wide-ranging review of public service media provision in the UK.  

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