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Written question asked by Baroness Owen of Alderley Edge (Conservative) on Wednesday, 8 July 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 22 July 2026. It was answered by Baroness Lloyd of Effra (Labour) on Monday, 20 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.


Crime and Policing Act 2026

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government when section 100 of the Crime and Policing Act 2026 pertaining to the 48-hour take-down requirement for intimate image content will commence.

Answer

Section 100 of the Crime and Policing Act 2026, which introduces a new requirement relating to the removal of reported non-consensual intimate images, commenced on 29 June 2026. The Online Safety Act 2023 provides for Ofcom to prepare and issue codes of practice setting out recommended measures for compliance with relevant duties.

The duty will apply to platforms once the relevant codes have completed the statutory process and come into force. The Government is clear this should happen as soon as possible and is working closely with Ofcom on implementation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1835
Session
2026-27
Registered interest declared
Yes
Subjects
Intimate image abuse Commencement orders
Legislation
Crime and Policing Act 2026
Link
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