Minister tells social media firms to remove dangerous driving content after fatal A66 crash in Middlesborough – UK politics live.
They publishedMinister tells social media firms to take down dangerous driving content in wake of fatal A66 crash in Middlesborough – UK politics live
First reportAP News · 24 Aug, 06:32Z
Latest reportThe Guardian · 24 Aug, 08:09Z
Span2 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
Social media firms were asked to remove dangerous driving videos after an A66 crash near Middlesbrough killed seven people, including two police officers.
Why
Defence minister Luke Pollard said the Online Safety Act could compel removal as authorities examine alleged dangerous driving content on TikTok.
Watch
UK regulatory action and platform responses remain in focus as politicians discuss similar deadly incidents reported in Ireland.
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Summary
- NZ Prime Minister Luxon unveils law banning under-16s from social media use.
- Bill faces opposition from two coalition minor parties; passage needs opposition support.
- Parliament dissolved Oct. 1 ahead of November election; no vote scheduled.
- Excludes messaging, gaming, and some AI productivity apps from the ban.
- Firms could face fines up to 10% of global revenue for noncompliance.
Summary
- BBC live coverage reports social media firms asked to remove dangerous driving videos.
- Fatal A66 crash near Middlesbrough involved seven deaths, including two police officers.
- Defence minister Luke Pollard threatens action under Online Safety Act to compel removal.
- TikTok content alleged to show dangerous driving is under scrutiny by authorities.
- UK politicians discuss regulation as Ireland reports similar deadly incidents linked to social media.