Online News Surpasses TV for the First Time in UK

Ofcom's annual survey reveals a generational shift towards social media and online platforms as primary news sources.

Online platforms, led by social media, have overtaken TV as the top source of news for UK adults, a significant shift from previous years.
Trust in traditional media such as TV and newspapers remains high, although social media is widely used for news.
Young people are driving the shift towards online news sources, with platforms like TikTok and Instagram seeing increased usage.
Older demographics and working-class individuals are more likely to avoid election news, citing disillusionment and negative impact on mood.
Concerns about misinformation and deepfakes are growing, with many users skeptical about the reliability of online news.