Hanna Basha’s comments have been published below with kind permission.
Hanna Basha commented: “It is widely accepted that the Online Safety Act failed to implement sensible measures to protect children online and whilst Ofcom looks at further restrictions, real pressure is building from parent lobbying groups seeking to influence the narrative.”
She emphasised the need for credible solutions, stating, “Statements by politicians of their intention to protect children will only be credible if real and workable solutions are proposed and implemented.”
Looking at international precedents, Basha suggested that the UK could benefit from following Australia’s approach: “Australia has grasped the nettle and banned under 16s on social media and the UK must follow their lead. This is the only real and workable solution to make the online world safer for children.”
For further information, please contact Hanna Basha,Partner in the Privacy and Media team or, alternatively, telephone on 020 7465 4371.
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