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- Community Safety · London
Camberwell man escapes 'toxic' manosphere content
Pierce Sebastian, from Camberwell, has detailed his departure from 'manosphere' online content, which he describes as a 'cesspool of toxicity'. He found the material exploited men's insecurities and led to harmful behaviours, prompting a reassessment after a recent autism diagnosis.
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Aviva calls for greater online fraud crackdown
Insurance giant Aviva is calling for increased cooperation between social media companies and insurers to combat ghost broking fraud. The company has seen an eight-fold rise in website takedown requests related to the scam, which often targets young drivers.
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Courts · HillingdonHillingdon Council to review rules on councillor online conduct
Hillingdon Council is to consider reviewing its constitution following revelations that Deputy Leader Cllr Richard Mills used pseudonyms to engage in political debate as a resident. A motion to update the Members’ Code of Conduct regarding social media use failed.
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Georgia Harrison warns of child suicide risk from explicit images
Reality TV personality Georgia Harrison has voiced grave concerns that a lack of action on non-consensual explicit images is driving children to suicide. Speaking on ITV's Good Morning Britain, she advocated for an immediate online 'kill switch' and highlighted the persistent availability of AI-generated child abuse imagery.
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Fraud victims report lasting impact on mental health
Nearly two-thirds of fraud victims reported increased stress, and over half experienced negative impacts on their mental health, according to a survey by consumer group Which?. Unauthorised fraud and impersonation scams were the most common types.
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Courts · BromleyOrpington man avoids jail for child communication offence
An Orpington man has avoided prison after pleading guilty to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child. Matthew Nott was sentenced at Bromley Magistrates' Court and ordered to pay costs and a surcharge.
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Courts · CroydonCroydon teenager admits encouraging self-harm on apps
A 15-year-old boy has admitted encouraging self-harm and making indecent images of a child. The offences took place in Croydon between October 2024 when he was 13. A further hearing is set for September 10.
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LatestHarrow father’s evidence helps secure £421m Meta fine for child safety failings
Ian Russell, father of Molly Russell from Harrow, gave evidence in a US court case that fined Meta £421m for child safety failings. The judge directed most funds to treatment services, as campaigners urge the UK to enforce stricter online safety laws for under-16s.
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