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FOI - Misinformation and disinformation in London [Apr 2026]

Key information

Request reference number: MGLA100426-7798

Date of response:

Summary of request

"has shown an increase of between 150% and 200% in online narratives describing London as particularly dangerous over the past two years." (referenced here: Sadiq Khan demands stronger action on social media ‘outrage economy’ | Social media | The Guardian)

  1. A copy of the analysis or report produced which showed "an increase of between 150% and 200% in online narratives describing London as particularly dangerous over the past two years" as referenced in the article.

Our response

This information has been published at: Misinformation and disinformation in London: risks and responses - London Datastore

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