Cyberflashing set to become criminal offence

Social media companies could be fined up to 10% of annual turnover for failing to take down unsolicited images.

Earlier this year, in the UK, the Government moved to make cyberflashing a criminal offence. File Picture: PA Wire

Online flashing is set to be made a criminal offence in a move that aims to make the internet a safer space.

Cabinet ministers are today expected to approve amendments to legislation that will ban 'cyberflashing' under the new Online Safety Bill.