The UK’s Online Safety Act, now in force from 25 July 2025, introduces a sweeping framework aiming to shield children from illegal content and age‑inappropriate material. Platforms must conduct risk assessments, implement robust age verification for pornography and self-harm content, and swiftly remove illegal material under Ofcom’s codes of practice. Proponents argue these measures are essential to curb youth exposure to harmful online content
UK’s Online Safety Act [part 1]
The Promise: Protecting Children Online
The UK’s Online Safety Act, now in force from 25 July 2025, introduces a sweeping framework aiming to shield children from illegal content and age‑inappropriate material. Platforms must conduct risk assessments, implement robust age verification for pornography and self-harm content, and swiftly remove illegal material under Ofcom’s codes of practice. Proponents argue these measures are essential to curb youth exposure to harmful online content
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