Social media firms react to criticism over tackling terrorism

Social media companies have strongly defended their actions after a British parliamentary report heavily criticised them for failing to combat the use of their sites to promote terrorism.

In statements, Facebook, Google and Twitter, told the Irish Examiner they have speedy measures in place to take down extremist material and have co-operated with relevant authorities.

The internet giants, which have their European headquarters in Ireland, provided witness evidence to the House of Commons Home Affairs Committee.