Baby reindeer: Netflix receives official warning from UK government over safety concerns | Web series

Netflix is ​​having problems with the UK government. The streaming giant's OTT hit Baby Reindeer is on track to become the most streamed series in the world, sparking a storm of criticism. The UK government has issued an official warning over safety concerns as new rules are soon to be introduced. The series is based on the true story of Marta, a woman who relentlessly stalks a struggling Scottish comedian.

UK government warns Netflix over baby reindeer crisis

When “Baby Reindeer” first aired, viewers were obsessed with uncovering the true identity of the character Martha. The show, created by Richard Gadd, is based on his personal experience with a stalker. However, the internet frenzy surrounding the show led to a grim attempt to locate the real-life actors involved, especially the abusers. This obsession became so intense that Gad himself intervened, urging viewers to stop trying to identify the individual in question.

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The UK government, through the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), has issued a stern warning and reminder to the global OTT industry over new legislation that will give Ofcom (media regulator) more powers to oversee content on streaming. did. service. This legislation will ensure that streaming services such as Netflix are held to the same high standards as traditional broadcasters. “British broadcasters must follow appropriate rules to ensure the protection of viewers, contributors and other affected individuals. Our media bill will require mainstream video-on-demand services to do the same. “We will adhere to the same high standards as our clients,” the statement said, as reported by Deadline.

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Fiona Harvey, who is named as the real Martha and the show's creator, recently gave an interview to Piers Morgan and denied all allegations about her and the show's content. Under the new law, Harvey can now reveal her identity online and then file a complaint against Netflix regarding fairness and privacy. Harvey, a lawyer by profession, said in an interview that Netflix never contacted her until the release of “Baby Reindeer,” and that the show had ruined her life and left her with death threats. , said it had threatened to sue the streaming service.