UK ministers weigh new legal powers to protect women in entertainment

The UK culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, is set to meet senior figures from television, film, publishing and possibly sport next week. Officials say they are reviewing whether voluntary measures are enough after the recent revelations involving David Walliams and the conviction of Russell Brand. Ministers are considering amending legislation to require the entertainment sector to improve safeguards for women and children. If industry bodies do not adopt sufficient protections, the government says it could introduce compulsory rules. The meetings will bring together leaders from across the media landscape to discuss the proposed changes and how they might be implemented.

Why it matters

Potential new laws could reshape how the entertainment industry addresses abuse, affecting the safety of women and children working in the sector.

Key details

Location

United Kingdom · Europe

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

11 Nov 2026, 22:51 IST

Key names

TV, David Walliams, Lisa Nandy, Ministers

Section

Entertainment

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• The GuardianMinisters consider forcing TV industry to better protect women after David Walliams allegations 11 Nov, 22:51

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