Repeal Section 127 of the Communications Act 2003
National
·49 contributorsRepeal Section 127(1)(a) of the Communications Act 2003, which criminalises “grossly offensive” online communications. Replace it with clearer, narrowly defined legislation that seeks to protect the public from genuine harm while safeguarding freedom of expression.
Shabana Mahmood
Home Secretary
Chills free speech and debate
Harassment covered by existing laws
Limit state power prevent abuse
Grossly offensive term is vague
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Repeal Section 127 of the Communications Act 2003
National
Repeal Section 127(1)(a) of the Communications Act 2003, which criminalises “grossly offensive” online communications. Replace it with clearer, narrowly defined legislation that seeks to protect the public from genuine harm while safeguarding freedom of expression.
Chills free speech and debate
Harassment covered by existing laws
Limit state power prevent abuse
Grossly offensive term is vague