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GPS-Restricted Zones Start October to Contain Offenders After Release
politics11 days ago

GPS-Restricted Zones Start October to Contain Offenders After Release

Britain will launch a new scheme in October that uses GPS-monitored restriction zones to confine serious sexual and violent offenders after they leave prison, allowing probation officers to limit where they may go and recalling those who breach boundaries; expansion beyond current exclusion zones aims to reduce contact with victims, with plans to bolster staff and technology, while authorities also revise early release rules for rape and child-sex offences; advocates welcomed the focus on protecting victims but warned challenges remain in enforcement and confidence in the system.

UK to Ban NDAs That Silence Workers and Cover Up Misconduct
world1 year ago

UK to Ban NDAs That Silence Workers and Cover Up Misconduct

The UK government plans to ban the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to silence victims of workplace sexual misconduct or discrimination, aligning with practices in Ireland, the US, and parts of Canada, to better protect victims and promote transparency. The amendment to the Employment Rights Bill is expected to become law later this year after parliamentary debate.

Protecting Teen Girls: The Battle Against Deepfake Nudes
technology2 years ago

Protecting Teen Girls: The Battle Against Deepfake Nudes

A mother and her 14-year-old daughter are advocating for better protections for victims after AI-generated nude images of the teen and other female classmates were circulated at a high school in New Jersey. The cases highlight the increasing prevalence of explicit AI-generated material that disproportionately harms women and children. Advocates are calling for federal regulation to provide uniform protections and send a strong message to perpetrators. Several states have passed their own laws criminalizing nonconsensual deepfake porn, while others are considering legislation. The mother and daughter are pushing for more protections and planning to advocate for legislation in New Jersey and Washington.