Overwhelming majority of Australians support digital platforms regulation: Roy Morgan poll

Over 70% of Australians believe the Australian government should establish an independent regulator to ensure digital platforms act in the public interest, a Roy Morgan poll has suggested.

In addition, 75% agree that social media is increasing division and polarisation in the community, and 86% believe it has negative implications for the mental health of young Australians.

‘Do you agree or disagree that the Australian government should set up an independent regulator to help ensure digital platforms (such as Facebook and Google) act in the public interest?’ (Click to enlarge)

Other findings indicate 73% are also concerned that a foreign power could intervene in Australian elections or democracy by exploiting social media.