UK to Fine Social Media Executives for Illegal Knife Ads

The UK government is proposing new measures that could impose £10,000 fines on social media executives who fail to remove illegal knife advertisements and content promoting knife crime. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasized the need for accountability among tech executives, stating they would be 'personally liable' for not acting swiftly. The new laws will empower police to issue removal notices within 48 hours, with additional penalties for noncompliance. This initiative is part of a broader campaign to halve knife crime over the next decade, driven by tragic incidents like the death of 16-year-old Ronan Kanda. The government is also looking to ban ninja swords, further restricting access to dangerous weapons. These proposed measures reflect a growing urgency to address the rising epidemic of knife-related violence in the UK.