Online sexual abuse
Coverage of Online sexual abuse in the Nexus archive.
- Punjab Assembly resolution seeks ban on social media accounts of kids under 16
The Punjab Assembly has submitted a resolution seeking a nationwide ban on social media accounts for children under 16 without parental consent, citing concerns over cyberbullying, online sexual abuse, and digital addiction. The proposal recommends federal legislation requiring parental consent through age-verification systems and mandates social media companies to enhance child safety measures.
- Child victims of online sexual abuse in UK inadequately protected, review finds
Child victims of online sexual abuse in the UK face inadequate protection due to police forces struggling with a 2/3 annual increase in referrals. The report highlights insufficient funding and coordination as key issues, warning that without investment, children risk further harm.
- Child victims of online sexual abuse in UK inadequately protected, review finds
A review warns that UK police forces are failing to protect child victims of online sexual abuse due to insufficient funding and a 66% annual increase in referrals. HM Chief Inspector of Constabulary Michelle Skeer emphasized the need for investment and coordination to prevent worsening risks to children.