Government to consider banning choking porn after teen death
A 16-year-old girl died in Sydney from suspected strangulation during sex. Social Services Minister Tanya Plibersek says the government is considering banning this type of pornography.
Why it mattersStrangulation in pornography is becoming normal among teenagers. Young people report it as a common part of sexual encounters. The government is considering action to counter this trend.
AustraliaIf passed, Australia would follow the UK in banning violent porn imagery. The policy could affect content available to Australian users and how social media companies moderate feeds for young Australians.
Corroborated bytheage.com.au·watoday.com.au
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