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Proceeding contribution from Baroness Harman (Labour) in the House of Commons on Thursday, 6 November 2008. It occurred during Business statement on Business of the House.


Business of the House

The Government are concerned about the effect on children of violent internet and video games, which is why we commissioned the Byron review. That set out how we need action from parents, from the industry itself and from the Government to ensure that there is proper control of content and clear labelling to protect young children. I pay tribute to my right hon. Friend's long-standing interest in these issues, which he had even before he became Chair of the Select Committee on Home Affairs. Under his leadership, the Committee has taken a strong interest in such matters. I bring to his attention the fact that on Thursday 13 November, in Westminster Hall, there will be a debate on the question of harmful content on the internet and in video games.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
482 c361-2 
Session
2007-08
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Children Internet Young people Violence Video games
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk