Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 21488

Internet: Abuse

Tabled: 19 December 2024

Answered: 9 January 2025

Named Day

Question

Sarah Smith

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what steps his Department is taking to support families of (a) missing and (b) deceased individuals that are experiencing online abuse.

Answer

Feryal Clark

The government is committed to supporting families who have endured unimaginable losses. The Online Safety Act will help address challenges faced by bereaved parents when engaging with online services following a child’s death. The Act gives Ofcom the pow...

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