UK Government Considers Blocking UAE’s Takeover of The Telegraph

Concerns about foreign government ownership of UK media lead to potential total ban and second investigation by Ofcom.

UK government is considering blocking the UAE’s takeover of The Telegraph due to concerns about foreign government ownership of UK media.
Media Minister Julia Lopez suggested a total ban on foreign state ownership of the media could be considered after a decision is made on The Telegraph deal.
Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer ordered a second investigation by Ofcom, the media regulator, into the takeover after an 11th-hour change to the corporate structure via which RedBird IMI plans to own The Telegraph.
MPs from across the political spectrum spoke out against the takeover, warning that it risked press freedom and could undercut British democracy.
A decision on the takeover is not expected for weeks, with Ofcom due to report back by March 11.