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Acknowledged
We recommend that the Government seriously consider whether online companies should be required to contribute...
Recommendation
We recommend that the Government seriously consider whether online companies should be required to contribute compensation when fraud is conducted using their platforms.
Government Response Summary
The government notes the recommendation and is happy to discuss any ideas for redress models which the Government or other regulators would like to develop.
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Government Response
Acknowledged
Government Response
Acknowledged
HM Government
Acknowledged
We note the recommendation that the Government consider whether online companies should be required to contribute compensation when fraud takes place using their platforms. Relatedly, we understand that the Joint Committee on the Online Safety Bill has recommended both: • The creation of an Online Safety Ombudsman to provide recourse to redress where failure to comply with the provisions of the Bill lead to significant, demonstrable harm; and • Creating a private right of action for redress for individuals (noting the challenges with individuals using it in practice). We would be happy to discuss any ideas for redress models which the Government or other regulators would like to develop.
Source
Committee
Treasury Committee
Inquiry
Economic crime
Report
Eleventh Report - Economic Crime
02 Feb 2022
HC 145
Addressee Bodies
HM Treasury
Timeline
Recommendation age
4.5 yrs
Report published
02 Feb 2022