Police chiefs frustration at apathetic tech industry in face of spiralling child abuse

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Police chief's 'frustration' at apathetic tech industry in face of spiralling child abuse

Referrals to the NCA have increased 700 per cent.

Home Secretary Sajid Javid

Date - 7th September 2018
By - JJ Hutber- Police Oracle

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The Home Secretary told technology giants to take or action or face tough legislation to address the rocketing number of children being abused online. Sajid Javid “demanded” tech firms change their approach and take responsibility for...

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