Rejected petition Ban racist and homophobic words being used on social media

Automatic lifetime ban imposed on social media for anyone posting certain racist and homophobic words on social media

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Its 2021 people shouldn't have to still be dealing with being racially or homophobic abuse. We need to do more to protect these people.

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You may wish to sign this petition calling for a similar action: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/591691

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Date submitted 12 July 2021
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