Several people were also injured in the incident on Monday at the popular tourist site, say Mexican officials, weeks before the country hosts the Fifa World Cup.

Prosecutors say the singer, real name David Anthony Burke, could face life in prison due to the nature of the case, if convicted.

The kidnappers raided his palace on Saturday and are believed to be holding him in a forest.

The new proposal would involve the publication licensing Alex Jones's company, which faces liquidation.

Fannie Masemola is accused of failing in his duties to provide proper oversight in his role.

The popular messaging service told the BBC in a statement it "categorically denies Ofcom's accusations".