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<p>The Government takes the issue of misinformation and disinformation very seriously.
It is vitally important that the public has accurate information.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>The
Counter Disinformation Unit brings together cross-Government monitoring and analysis
capabilities. The Unit’s primary function is to provide a comprehensive picture of
the extent, scope and impact of disinformation and misinformation regarding Covid-19.</p><p><strong>
</strong></p><p>We are working closely with social media platforms to help them identify
and remove incorrect claims about the virus, in line with their terms and conditions,
as well as promote authoritative sources of information. We are also working with
strategic communications experts to ensure that we are prepared to respond to disinformation
campaigns where necessary.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>The Government is also running
a counter disinformation communications campaign, which aims to increase audience
resilience by educating and empowering those who see, inadvertently share and are
affected by false and misleading information.</p><p> </p>
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