In a powerful statement on social media, Preet Kaur Gill MP highlighted a major step forward in the fight against online abuse targeting women and girls. She emphasised that for years, victims have struggled “platform by platform” to have non-consensual intimate images removed—often facing delays, denial, and emotional trauma in the process.
Under the new measures announced by Keir Starmer, technology companies will now be legally required to remove such images within 48 hours. Firms that fail to comply will face serious penalties, marking the first time the responsibility is firmly placed on digital platforms instead of the victims.
Gill noted that this legislation brings long-overdue accountability to powerful online platforms. She stressed that women and girls have borne the emotional and psychological burden of navigating complicated reporting systems, only to encounter inconsistent support from tech giants. With the new law, she said, the government is finally recognising the severity of image-based abuse and the need for timely action.
The policy has been widely welcomed by advocacy groups who argue that the swift removal of harmful content is essential to prevent re-victimisation and long-term digital harm. By shifting the responsibility onto tech brands, the government aims to create a safer online space and set a global standard for tackling this form of abuse.
Gill reaffirmed her commitment to continuing the fight for digital safety and stronger protections for victims. She said this move represents a major stride toward ensuring that women and girls no longer have to fight alone for justice in the digital world.