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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Women and Children's Safety Online

Thursday 9 May 2024 · 2 questions

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Key points

  • The CPS delivered the first conviction for cyber-flashing within weeks of the new offence becoming law.
  • The Government's online fraud charter involves twelve major tech companies to reduce fraud.
  • Tech companies agree to undertake measures within six months to protect children from exploitation.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Andrew Jones Con
Crime & Law Enforcement Women & Equalities
Context

The Crown Prosecution Service is addressing new offences related to cyber-flashing, a form of online sexual harassment.

Question

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.

Answer from Robert Courts

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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Q2 Andrew Jones Con
Women & Equalities Children & Families
Context

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.

Question

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?

Answer from Robert Courts

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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