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What can be done to tackle Fake news?

‘Fake news’ is a term that we’ve heard a lot in recent years – but what can be done t...

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14.19 7 May 2021


What can be done to tackle Fake news?


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14.19 7 May 2021


‘Fake news’ is a term that we’ve heard a lot in recent years – but what can be done to tackle it?  We have heard numerous examples of people and groups using their online platforms to knowingly spread disinformation - but at what point do the tech companies step in to act and just how damaging is all of this?  Technology Correspondent, Jess Kelly and Tom McEvoy Funding and Advocacy Manager with Pieta House joined Andrea to chat about the issue. 

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