Melanie Dawes
Chief Executive Officer, Ofcom · United Kingdom
Melanie Dawes is the CEO of Ofcom. Dawes is based in the United Kingdom. Dawes was born in 1966 and educated at Birkbeck, University of London and Malvern St James.
British economist and civil servant who joined Ofcom as CEO in March 2020. Previously served as Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (2015-2020) and held senior roles across HM Treasury, HMRC, and the Cabinet Office during her 30+ year civil service career.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage of Melanie Dawes at Ofcom has focused on the regulator's enforcement actions and stated limitations regarding online harms. Headlines highlight enforcement activity against social media platforms including TikTok, Snapchat, and Meta over child safety failures, as well as Ofcom's readiness to implement an under-16 social media ban. Coverage has also documented limitations in Ofcom's legal powers, particularly regarding a suicide forum linked to multiple deaths, and scrutiny from advocacy groups over the regulator's approach to protecting children and vulnerable groups online.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- March 9, 1966
- Education
- Birkbeck, University of London, Malvern St James, New College
- Awards
- Companion of the Order of the Bath, Dame Commander of the Order of the Bath
Our coverage
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Melanie Dawes: FAQ
- Who is Melanie Dawes?
- Melanie Dawes is the Chief Executive Officer of Ofcom, based in United Kingdom.
- What company does Melanie Dawes lead?
- Melanie Dawes is CEO of Ofcom.
- Where was Melanie Dawes educated?
- Melanie Dawes studied at Birkbeck, University of London, Malvern St James, New College.