Loading...
Market
Public reaction to Ofcom's Online Safety Act implementation by April 30, 2025
2
Ian Russell•Molly Russell•UK•Keir Starmer•Starmer•Russell•Ofcom•Online Safety Act•Molly Rose Foundation•Mark Zuckerberg•Elon Musk
Resolution / Starting Odds
Mostly positive • 25%
Mostly negative • 25%
Mixed • 25%
Indifferent or no reaction • 25%
Public opinion polls, media analysis, or surveys
Story
Ian Russell Urges UK PM to Strengthen Online Safety After Ofcom's 'Disaster' Implementation
Jan 11, 2025, 07:25 PM
Ian Russell, father of Molly Russell, who died by suicide after viewing harmful content online, has urged UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to strengthen online safety regulations. In a letter to Starmer, Russell criticized Ofcom's implementation of the Online Safety Act as a 'disaster', warning that without immediate action, children would be increasingly exposed to harmful content. As the chair of the Molly Rose Foundation, Russell highlighted a shift in the tech industry, noting that leaders like Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk are moving towards less stringent safety measures, which he believes prioritizes profit over safety. Russell called for a bolstered Online Safety Act and new legislation to address the 'reckless behaviors' of social media leadership. The government responded by acknowledging Russell's efforts and reaffirming its commitment to ensuring online safety for children.
View original story
Similar markets
No • 50%
Yes • 50%
No • 50%
Yes • 50%
Mandatory content moderation • 25%
Other • 25%
Increased fines for tech companies • 25%
User age verification • 25%
No • 50%
Yes • 50%
Google • 25%
Twitter • 25%
Other • 25%
Facebook • 25%
Yes • 50%
No • 50%
Other • 25%
Amazon • 25%
Facebook • 25%
Google • 25%
Instagram • 25%
Other • 25%
Facebook • 25%
Twitter • 25%