UK Warned of Complacency in Disinformation Warfare Amid Rising Threats

The Foreign Affairs Committee warns that Russia, China, and Iran conduct extensive disinformation campaigns that threaten UK democracy and urges the government to prioritize countering this threat. The report calls for a National Counter Disinformation Centre to consolidate fragmented efforts across departments, better public communication about the threat, and increased resourcing ahead of local elections when risks are heightened.