UK Online Safety Bill Likely to Impinge on Free Speech: Poll of Tech Experts

UK Online Safety Bill Likely to Impinge on Free Speech: Poll of Tech Experts
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A survey by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT, has found almost six out of 10 experts in the field believe the British government’s Online Safety Bill will have a detrimental impact on freedom of speech.

Last month, after Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigned, the government put the legislation on hold until his successor will be appointed.
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