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Originally Posted by Pierre
The problem is, the solution for that scenario is exactly the one you dismiss.
Now, if they jumped over the fence and punched you, then they should be dealt with.
But if they’re just shouting obscenities you can ignore it. Depending on what is being shouted, and at what time. There are already laws in place that can be used to deal with it.
Much the same as with this legislation, there are already laws in existence that can deal with much of it.
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There is and this legislation will remain in place as a last resort, but this new legislation would, amongst other things, make things much easier to deal with, particularly for those without legal advice and assistance because they are unable to afford it.
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Originally Posted by Paul
Ear plugs and different routes would both be perfectly valid solutions.
What you are suggesting (with this act) is cut off their legs so they cant walk past the house.
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People behaving in an inappropriate manner should be dealt with. The victim should not be expected to put up with it, let alone be required to take any steps to mitigate the behaviour.
Your solution would, for example, mean that the perpetrator of the homophobic language that Maggys daughter has had to endure (if it were to take place on the unternet) to face no action and continue to do it.
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Originally Posted by Maggy
JUST SWITCH IT OFF!Get the children OFF the internet.
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Theres not a chance that this will happen for the reasons i've already outlined. In fact, with the advent of the Metaverse, chat rooms, social media, forums etc are likely to be replaced by it and usage of the internet is expected to rise, with most young people spending a huge proportion of their lives online.
Sadly, trolling, sexual abuse, paedophilic activity etc is already rearing it's ugly head on the Metaverse, so legislation is required to keep people safe.