Hey folks, guess what? English football has just scored a major win! The Online Safety Act has officially become law, thanks to the Royal Assent it received in Parliament today. This is a huge step forward in the fight against racist and discriminatory abuse online, and it’s got everyone in the football community buzzing with excitement.
Over the years, online abuse in football has been on the rise, and it’s about time something was done about it. That’s where the Online Safety Act comes in. It’s been a collaborative effort between Kick It Out, the Football Association, Premier League, English Football League, and the PFA, who have been working closely with the Government and parliamentarians to make sure this law packs a punch.
Now, I know change doesn’t happen overnight, but this is definitely a step in the right direction. The Online Safety Act aims to make everyone involved in football feel safer online. And let’s be honest, who doesn’t want that?
But here’s the thing, we can’t just rely on the law to do all the work. We need law enforcement to crack down on those responsible for online abuse. And that’s why we’re urging the Government to give Ofcom, the independent regulator, the power it needs to hold social media companies accountable. It’s time to put an end to this nonsense.
In the future, the Online Safety Act will introduce new tools to help users avoid discriminatory abuse. That’s great and all, but why wait? Social media companies can step up right now and make a difference. They can start implementing better tools to protect users from all the hate and discrimination. It’s about time they take some responsibility.
So, let’s celebrate this victory for English football, but let’s not forget that there’s still work to be done. We need to keep pushing for change and demanding action. Together, we can make the online world a safer and more inclusive place for everyone. Cheers to that!