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Wikipedia could shut down in UK after online safety law passes, Government told
(www.independent.co.uk)
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Couldn't we just then go to Wikipedia via VPN if this actually happened? Even "age-gated" websites would be able to be accessed via a VPN.
You could just search "how to access uk age-gated websites" and there'll likely be a guide.
Whoever came up with this idea is a moron
They'll be going after VPN's next. "Online safety" is just a political football to be kicked around.
The idea is moronic, but the blame lies at the feet of Christian conservatives who vote with their feelings. All of the moral panics of the past several decades have emotive and religious roots.
Another thing to point out, Sunak had one foot out of this country before he became PM, he wouldn't have to know the deleterious effects of any of his or his predecessors actions.
I think you're spot on. I'm also deeply concerned by the way so many news organisations seem to be painting it as a good thing or necessary.