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Tanya Plibersek supports ban on choking in pornography
The federal government is facing growing calls to outlaw acts of strangulation and suffocation in pornography, matching similar laws in the United Kingdom.
The federal government is facing mounting pressure to outlaw acts of strangulation and suffocation in pornographic material, with senior minister Tanya Plibersek indicating her support for the proposed restrictions.
According to a wire report, the push to ban choking in pornography aims to mimic similar legislative measures already established in the United Kingdom. Proponents of the reform argue that banning these acts would address concerns regarding safety and the normalization of extreme practices.
While Ms Plibersek has signalled her personal backing for the ban, it remains unclear how the federal government intends to draft or enforce such legislation. The specific regulatory mechanisms that would be used to restrict this content, especially on online platforms, have not yet been detailed.
At this stage, the government has not confirmed whether a formal bill is being drafted, nor has it provided a timeline for when any potential changes might be introduced to parliament. It is also not yet known which federal departments or classification bodies would oversee the implementation of the ban.
Critics and industry analysts have previously raised questions about the feasibility of enforcing local pornography restrictions on international digital platforms, but the government has not yet addressed these specific challenges in relation to this proposal. Other senior cabinet members have also not yet publicly declared their positions on the matter.
The debate comes amid broader discussions in Australia regarding online safety and the regulation of adult content. Advocacy groups have increasingly called for stronger measures to protect viewers and performers from harmful material.
Watch to see how the federal government responds to the growing calls for reform and whether Ms Plibersek’s support translates into formal cabinet policy.
This report draws on original reporting by Wire report.
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