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Make Online Defamation and Cyberbullying a specific offence

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We ask the Government and Parliament to recognise online defamation, and cyberbullying as a specific offence, given that it can cause real psychological, social, and professional harm.

Shabana Mahmood

Shabana Mahmood

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Make Online Defamation and Cyberbullying a specific offence

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We ask the Government and Parliament to recognise online defamation, and cyberbullying as a specific offence, given that it can cause real psychological, social, and professional harm.

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57 reactions·100% agree
Shabana Mahmood

Shabana Mahmood

Home Secretary

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