From 25 July websites and apps will be required to protect children by filtering out harmful content and verifying ages
Children’s online safety in the UK is having its seatbelt moment. On 25 July social media and other internet platforms will be required to implement safety measures protecting children – or face large fines.
It is a significant test for the Online Safety Act, a landmark piece of legislation that covers the likes of Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and Google. Here is a guide to the new rules.