Written Question·Department for Science, Innovation and Technology·UIN 52304

Internet: Children

Tabled: 14 May 2025

Answered: 19 May 2025

Named Day

Question

Mr Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, what comparative assessment he has made of the regulatory approach by (a) the UK and (b) other advanced digital economies on enforcing a minimum age for the use of encrypted messaging s

Answer

Feryal Clark

End-to-end encryption is a vital part of our digital world, and the government supports its responsible use. However, encryption should not allow tech companies to forego their responsibilities around keeping their users safe.The Online Safety Act include...

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