David Babbs
Online Safety Bill second reading - our briefing to MPs
This afternoon is a significant milestone in the passage of the Online Safety Bill, with 2nd Reading in the House of Commons. Here is a brie
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Stephen Kinsella
Nov 18, 20212 min read
Petitions Committee evidence session
This week, Clean Up The Internet was invited to give evidence to the House Of Commons Petitions Committee, as part of their inquiry into...
Stephen Kinsella
Jan 26, 20215 min read
Some reflections on Freedom of Expression, regulation of social media platforms, and anonymity
Being banned, or having your content removed, is only one form of exclusion from social media currently threatening Freedom of Expression
David Babbs
Dec 19, 20201 min read
A compilation of some initial reactions to the government’s latest Online Harms plans
Here’s a compilation of some of the analysis which we’ve found most useful so far. Other recommendations would be gratefully received!
Stephen Kinsella
Dec 16, 20204 min read
First thoughts on yesterday’s announcement re: Online Harms
We welcome the government’s full response to the Online Harms Consultation, which was finally published yesterday afternoon. Whilst we...
David Babbs
Nov 23, 20206 min read
New report from HOPE not hate re Online Harms
Earlier this month, anti-extremism group HOPE not hate published a new report, titled "A BETTER WEB: regulating to reduce far-right hate...
David Babbs
Oct 26, 20205 min read
New “snapshot of public opinion” on Online Harms published by Demos - some quick reflections
Last week, Demos published some valuable new research which presents “a snapshot of public opinion” towards Online Harms.
David Babbs
May 18, 20206 min read
Parliamentary discussion of Online Harms, anonymity and disinformation continues during lockdown
The pandemic has reinforced the importance and urgency of tackling Online Harms.
David Babbs
Feb 7, 20208 min read
A round-up of developments relevant to the UK Online Harms agenda
A lot's been happening re Online Harms in the UK recently. Here's a summary of the main developments we've spotted.
David Babbs
Dec 18, 201912 min read
Academic research about anonymity, inauthenticity, and misinformation
A non-exhaustive list of academic works exploring the relationship between anonymity, inauthentic accounts, lack of effective verification
David Babbs
Oct 14, 20194 min read
"Online Harms" in today's Queen's Speech - some first thoughts
In principle, pre-legislative scrutiny is a process which can lead to stronger legislation.
skinsella1
Jul 2, 20191 min read
Our response to the "Online Harms" white paper
In April 2019, the UK government published an "Online Harms" White Paper, and launched a consultation seeking feedback on its proposals....
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