PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Harassment: Internet (14 October 2016)

Question Asked

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what representations she has received from women's groups on the problems associated with harmful speech on the internet.

Asked by:
Anna Turley (Labour)

Answer

The Home Office routinely meets with women’s groups to discuss a range of issues around ending violence against women and girls, including problems associated with harmful speech on the internet. The Government continues to work closely with social media companies and other relevant stakeholders and experts to make sure they are doing all they can to protect those who use their platforms.


Answered by:
Sarah Newton (Conservative)
19 October 2016

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