# GB News avoids investigation over 'no riot in Belfast' claim

The UK media regulator Ofcom has decided not to investigate GB News for airing a claim that there was no riot in Belfast, despite widespread evidence of disorder at an anti-immigration protest. The decision follows a complaint about the broadcaster's factual accuracy in reporting the incident. It matters because it highlights the challenges in regulating media content and ensuring accountability for potentially misleading statements.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/media/2026/jul/20/gb-news-not-investigated-over-no-belfast-riot-claim-ofcom) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:45:00 GMT