Consultations

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.  

The decisions that Ofcom takes must be based on evidence and need to take into account the views of people and organisations with an interest in the outcome. This Plain English guide explains Ofcom’s consultation process. How Will Ofcom Consult? (PDF), consultation guide  

If you wish to respond to a consultation, please include the Ofcom consultation response coversheet. Microsoft Word version, Rich Text Format (.rtf)  

Impact Assessments form a key part of the policy-making process and provide a transparent way of considering different options for regulation, including not regulating. Ofcom expects to carry out Impact Assessments for the great majority of our policy decisions. Better Policy Making - Ofcom’s approach to Impact Assessment  

Links to Ofcom’s major consultations in telecommunications, television Public Service Broadcasting, the UK radio sector and the management of UK spectrum. Telecoms review, Radio Review, SFR: Implementation Plan ... more Ofcom's Strategic Reviews...