this actually sums up labour brain perfectly.
just ban things or fine them.
don't actually attempt to solve the underlying problems.
these have no like imagination or space for political thought. they are not problem solvers.
everything is a ban, a tax, a fine.
Make platforms that promote violent content pay towards riot costs, Streeting says
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Exclusive: Former minister calls for urgent action against companies such as X that allow incitement to violence
Wes Streeting has called for Keir Starmer to take urgent action against X and other online platforms that have helped whip up social tensions, suggesting they should be forced to contribute to rebuilding costs after the riots in Belfast.
The intervention by the former health secretary, who is seen as a likely challenger to Keir Starmer in any leadership contest, comes after Downing Street said any response would be left to Ofcom, the media regulator, meaning no action is likely for at least two months. Continue reading...