Laura Gough
About Laura Gough
Laura Gough is a Standards Executive specializing in fairness and privacy at Ofcom, where she has worked since 2013. She has a background in law and media, having studied at the College of Law Birmingham and Cardiff University, and has held positions at the BBC and Channel 4.
Work at Ofcom
Laura Gough has served as the Standards Executive for Fairness and Privacy at Ofcom since 2013. In this role, she focuses on ensuring compliance with standards related to fairness and privacy in broadcasting and telecommunications. Her position involves assessing regulatory frameworks and contributing to policy development that aligns with Ofcom's objectives. Based in London, she has accumulated over a decade of experience in this capacity, playing a key role in the organization's efforts to uphold standards in the media sector.
Education and Expertise
Laura Gough studied at the College of Law in Birmingham for one year from 2010 to 2011, where she gained insights into legal principles relevant to her current role. Prior to that, she attended Cardiff University from 2006 to 2009, completing her undergraduate studies. Her foundational education was completed at King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls, where she studied from 1999 to 2006. This educational background has equipped her with the knowledge necessary for her work in media standards and compliance.
Previous Work Experience
Before her tenure at Ofcom, Laura Gough gained experience in the media industry through various roles. She worked as a Comedy Commissioning Intern at the BBC for one month in 2011, where she was involved in the commissioning process. Following this, she served as a VOD Compliance Assistant at Channel 4 from 2012 to 2013 for one year. In these positions, she developed a practical understanding of media compliance and content standards.
Career Development
Laura Gough's career has progressed through a series of roles that have built her expertise in media standards and compliance. Starting with her internship at the BBC, she transitioned to a compliance role at Channel 4, which laid the groundwork for her current position at Ofcom. Her journey reflects a commitment to understanding the complexities of fairness and privacy within the media landscape, contributing to her effectiveness in her current role.