Source · Select Committees · Women and Equalities Committee
Recommendation 16
16
Deferred
Non-consensual intimate image abuse extends beyond sexually explicit content.
Conclusion
Non-consensual intimate image abuse is not always limited to sexually explicit content. For example, in some cultures, countries, or religions, sharing a photograph of someone without their religious clothing—or with their arm around another person—can be disastrous for the victim. (Conclusion, Paragraph 85)
Government response summary AI-generated
The government partially accepts the conclusion but largely deflects responsibility by stating that Ofcom, as the independent regulator, has powers under the Online Safety Act and will consult on further measures, including automated hash-matching tools.
Government Response
The government responded to this report on 20 May 2025. No passage in that response could be matched to this conclusion. Read the response document ↗