Stop children using VPNs to watch porn, ministers told

Published: 8/19/2025
Stop children using VPNs to watch porn, ministers told
Children's commissioner calls on government to stop minors from using VPNs to access porn, highlighting the need for age verification on such tools. The report notes an increase in children viewing pornography online, with some encountering explicit content unintentionally from a young age. Recommendations include banning certain graphic depictions and implementing stricter measures to protect minors online. The Online Safety Act aims to address these issues, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding children in the digital landscape.