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Children (Protection of Privacy) Bill

To make provision to protect children's privacy in the media; to make provision for the protection of children from avoidable emotional distress resulting from participating in, or being the subject of, media programmes or reports; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Kerry McCarthyLabour (Co-op)

Last Updated

26 November 2008

In Plain English

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This Bill would introduce new protections for children's privacy in media reporting and programmes. It aims to minimise emotional distress by setting safeguards when children participate in or are featured in media, and it would include related provisions to support these protections.

Key Points

Protects children’s privacy in media, including how their names and images or personal data can be used.
Implements safeguards to reduce emotional distress for children involved in or featured in programmes or reports.
Contains connected provisions to support enforcement, guidance and related measures.

Who is affected?

Children and young peopleParents and guardians of childrenMedia organisations (broadcasters, publishers, production companies, journalists)

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