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13 January 2026

5357 GB adults surveyed

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Generally speaking, do you think that current regulations in the UK for social media companies are too tight, too relaxed, or is the current level of regulation about right?

Conducted 13 January 2026

YouGov surveyed 5357 GB adults

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59%
16%
18%
Generally speaking, do you think that current regulations in the UK for social media companies are too tight, too relaxed, or is the current level of regulation about right?

Conducted 13 January 2026

YouGov surveyed 5357 GB adults

By:
7%
59%
16%
18%

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