Women and Children's Safety Online 2024-05-09
2024-05-09
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The Crown Prosecution Service is addressing new offences related to cyber-flashing, a form of online sexual harassment.
What recent steps the Crown Prosecution Service has taken to help keep women and children safe online. The CPS has delivered the first conviction for cyber-flashing within weeks of the new offence becoming law, an important milestone in protecting women and girls.
The CPS takes the issue seriously. The first conviction for cyber-flashing has been delivered within weeks of the new offence becoming law, demonstrating how the Government are working to put perpetrators behind bars.
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Tech companies are working under the online fraud charter to reduce fraud on their platforms, with a focus on protecting vulnerable groups like children from exploitation.
In addition to preventing online bullying and abuse, how is the Government ensuring that tech companies help protect women and children from fraud through the online fraud charter?
The Government's online fraud charter, a world first, involves twelve of the biggest tech companies working together to reduce fraud. They are agreeing to undertake measures within six months such as blocking, reporting, and take-downs to protect children from exploitation.
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