By Imogen Howse ( October 16, 2026, 11:03 GMT | Insight) -- Online platforms must remove pornographic content depicting strangulation, certain incestuous relationships and adults roleplaying as children under 16 before Nov. 6, the UK government confirmed on Friday. Such content will also be designated as a priority offense under the Online Safety Act, meaning covered platforms will be required to proactively detect, prevent and remove the material, rather than rely on reports from users. Ministers said the measures aim to reduce the normalization of violent sexual practices. Online porn platforms must remove content depicting strangulation, certain incestuous relationships and adults roleplaying as children under 16 by early November, the UK government announced on Friday....
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