Government plans to ban barely legal pornography

Baroness Bertin proposes new laws to combat harmful online adult content.

Government plans to outlaw barely legal pornography after Bonnie Blue documentary

Following the airing of the controversial documentary about Bonnie Blue, a new taskforce is set to propose legislation aimed at banning specific adult content. This initiative, led by Baroness Bertin, responds to critiques regarding the normalization of extreme pornography, particularly that which might encourage child sexual abuse. The documentary, titled "1000 Men and Me: The Bonnie Blue Story," has faced backlash for depicting Blue's work in ways that some argue glamorize harmful practices. Under current regulations from the Online Safety Act, there are measures to prevent children's access to harmful online content, but issues remain about adults role-playing as minors in pornography. The proposed amendments seek to bridge this gap, as there is currently no explicit prohibition against such portrayals online.

The government’s move to revisit legislation on adult content reflects growing concerns over the accessibility and implications of extreme material. Critics argue that the existing norms around pornographic content are insufficiently protective of young and vulnerable audiences. The documentary's reception parallels broader societal debates on how such content is viewed and the real-world consequences it may foster. Advocates like Baroness Bertin are positioning this proposed legislation as a necessary step in safeguarding minors from the impacts of 'barely legal' content—a significant cultural shift in how society approaches online pornography.

Highlights

As discussions on censorship and online safety evolve, legislative responses will continue to shape the future of adult content regulation.