Topic: Index on Censorship
Index on Censorship highlights the ongoing threats to free speech posed by government policies and proposed legislation. Recent developments, such as the UK’s online censorship bill and Scotland’s hate speech law, illustrate how authorities seek to control online discourse, undermining individual liberties and privacy. These issues are critical for anyone concerned about the erosion of free expression in society.
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UK’s online censorship bill has been paused until a new Prime Minister is chosen
Paused, but it’s not over yet.
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The UK faces algorithm-driven censorship if online censorship bill comes to pass
A dark future looms.
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Rights groups push back against Scotland’s proposed “hate speech” law
The law is a threat for free speech.
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Joe Biden’s attitude to free speech is a mixed bag
?Biden’s history gives people a taste of what to expect going forward.
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The UK’s proposed Online Harms Bill is one of the biggest threats to free speech in the West
? The bill that would force social media platforms to censor isn’t getting enough pushback.