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Consultations & Statements

Ofcom seeks people's views on a very broad range of policies; at any one time we will have a number of consultations open for comment. This area of our website explains how to find a particular consultation - and how to respond to our consultation teams.
Data & research

Ofcom regularly carries out research into the markets we regulate. This includes the Communications Market Report, our annual statistical survey of developments in the communications sector, and our annual reports into the consumer experience. Ofcom’s research also helps keep us and others informed on new technology developments and the impact that they might have on the sectors that we regulate.
Enforcement

When problems occur Ofcom has the powers to step in and take action for the benefit of citizens and consumers. This can involve encouraging competition or resolving regulatory disputes between communications providers. We also enforce consumer protection law, protect and manage the radio spectrum, and ensure viewers and listeners are protected from offensive and harmful material and treated fairly.
Freedom of Information

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 (the Act) establishes a general right of access to all types of recorded information held by public authorities.
International

Ofcom's activities and those of the companies it regulates are increasingly influenced by international developments.
Internet

Links to Ofcom's research on broadband speeds, internet safety measures and attitudes to internet use, as well as our consultations on aspects of internet policy
Post

On 1 October 2011, Ofcom took over regulation of the UK’s postal services from the previous regulator Postcomm. Ofcom is responsible for safeguarding the universal postal service which includes a six day per week, one price goes anywhere postal service throughout the UK. This section contains all of Ofcom’s publications on post and archived documents from Postcomm.
Spectrum

Ofcom is responsible for managing civilian use of the radio spectrum. Our work involves releasing spectrum for new uses as well as developing policies to ensure that the spectrum is used efficiently.
Telecoms

Ofcom is committed to a thriving telecoms sector where companies can compete fairly and businesses and customers benefit from the choice of a broad range of services. This section is dedicated to information and research for the telecoms industry.

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Communications Market Report 2015

From smartphones to TV, from social networking sites to radio, everything you need to know about how we use our media and communications in 2015

CMR 2015 Site

International CMR 2015 Site

Got a deadline? Here are some fast facts about the communications sector. View facts & figures

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Broadcast Bulletin

The Broadcast Bulletin reports on the outcome of investigations into alleged breaches of the Ofcom codes which broadcasting licensees are required to comply.
Competition Bulletin

The Competition and Consumer Enforcement Bulletin is where Ofcom publishes information about our investigations into breaches of regulatory rules under the Communications Act, consumer protection legislation, disputes between communications providers and competition law.
Media Literacy

Information and educational resources on Ofcom's promotion of Media Literacy.
The Communications Market Report

Ofcom's annual statistical survey of developments in the communications sector; also quarterly updates setting out the latest public facts and figures.
View our reports
The Consumer Experience

Ofcom’s annual reports into the consumer experience of the fixed and mobile, internet and digital broadcasting markets.
View our reports

TV and Radio Broadcasting Codes