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1. Protection of Individuals from Illegal Content

1.1 Definition of Illegal Content

For the purposes of these Terms, “Illegal Content” includes any content that is unlawful under UK law, specifically:

• Terrorism Content (e.g., materials that encourage or support terrorist acts).
• Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (CSEA) Content (e.g., images or texts depicting or supporting child sexual abuse).
• Other Priority Illegal Content as defined by applicable regulations and guidance.

1.2 Minimizing the Presence of Illegal Content

• We are committed to minimizing the time any Illegal Content remains on our service.
• We employ measures to promptly detect and remove terrorism content, CSEA content, and other priority illegal content in accordance with our obligations under the Online Safety Act.

1.3 Removal of Illegal Content

• If we are alerted to, or otherwise become aware of, the presence of any Illegal Content, we will review it without undue delay and take swift action.
• Swift action includes removing or disabling access to the Illegal Content as quickly as reasonably possible.

2. Handling and Resolution of Complaints

2.1 Reporting Process

• Users and non-users can report Illegal Content or concerns through our online reporting form via the “Contact Us” page, directly emailing [email protected] or through private messaging a moderator.
• Reports should include any relevant links, evidence, or descriptions that can assist us in locating and assessing the content.

2.2 Complaint Review and Investigation

• Upon receiving a report, we will acknowledge it promptly and investigate the matter using the procedures set out in these Terms and our internal guidelines.
• Our internal team will assess the content against the standards of the Online Safety Act and other applicable laws and guidelines.

2.3 Actions and Outcomes

• If content is found to be illegal or in violation of these Terms, we will remove it as quickly as possible.
• Depending on the nature of the content, we may also take other actions (e.g., suspending the user account, notifying law enforcement where mandated or appropriate).

2.4 Appeals and Further Steps

• If a user believes their content was removed in error, they may file an appeal through our [appeals process / contact details].
• We will review the appeal promptly and make a final determination, which will be communicated to the user.

Disclaimer:

• This section of our Terms of Service is intended to meet the obligations outlined by the Online Safety Act (ICU G1.2).
• We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements, regulatory guidance, or internal policies.
• For any questions or clarifications, please contact us via a method specified in 2.1.
• This document does not constitute legal advice. You should consult a qualified legal professional to confirm that the language meets all specific legal requirements.

3. Summary of Risk Assessment

In accordance with our obligations under the UK’s Online Safety Act (ICU G2.2), we have conducted a detailed assessment of potential risks associated with illegal content and harmful activities on this forum. The summary below outlines the levels of risk, nature, and severity of potential harm, along with the key controls in place to mitigate these risks.

3.1 Overall Risk Levels

All assessed categories were assigned a Low risk level. Although the overall likelihood of occurrence is low, the potential harm if such content were to appear is recognized as significant (e.g., when dealing with extreme content, such as terrorism or child sexual exploitation and abuse material). We continuously monitor and review our forum to address any emerging risks promptly.

3.2 Categories of Risk and Key Findings

1. Terrorism

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Severe if posted or promoted (encouragement of extremist views or acts).
• Key Controls: Active moderation, user reporting, historically no evidence of terrorism content in 14 years.

2. Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (CSEA)

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Extremely serious; any occurrence would be escalated immediately.
• Key Controls: Public-only communication, no private messaging, active moderation, user reporting.

3. Image-Based Child Sexual Abuse Material and Related URLs

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Extremely serious; posting or linking to such material would cause immediate harm.
• Key Controls: Moderation team, public-only discussion (no DMs), robust user reporting, rapid content takedown.

4. Grooming (Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation)

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Severe; direct harm to minors through manipulative or exploitative behavior.
• Key Controls: All conversations are public, no private messaging, active moderation, user reports.

5. Hate Content

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Potential distress, hostility toward protected groups or individuals.
• Key Controls: Swift removal of hateful posts, account bans for violators, user reporting.

6. Harassment, Stalking, Threats, and Abuse

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Psychological harm or fear, especially if personal information is involved.
• Key Controls: Public posts only (no private chat), active moderation, swift takedown of offending content.

7. Controlling or Coercive Behaviour

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Emotional/psychological harm if a user exerts undue influence.
• Key Controls: Public interactions only, users can report suspicious behavior, moderators monitor discussions.

8. Intimate Image Abuse

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Severe emotional distress and reputational damage.
• Key Controls: Public-only image posts, quick removal of abusive or non-consensual imagery, user reports.

9. Extreme Pornography Offence

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Severe; exposure to obscene or illegal content.
• Key Controls: Moderation, public-only posting, immediate takedown of flagged content.

10. Sexual Exploitation of Adults

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Serious exploitation or coercion.
• Key Controls: All content is public, no private messaging, active moderation, user reports.

11. Human Trafficking

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Severe, includes coercion and exploitation of vulnerable individuals.
• Key Controls: Moderation oversight, public communications only, swift action if suspicious activity is reported.

12. Unlawful Immigration

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Could facilitate illegal enterprises or misinformation.
• Key Controls: Moderation, user reporting, no private messaging, small user base.

13. Fraud and Financial Services Offences

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Users defrauded out of money or personal information.
• Key Controls: Strict policy on posting links or promotions, moderator approval required, user reporting.

14. Proceeds of Crime

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Facilitating or normalizing criminal activity.
• Key Controls: No commercial activity allowed, removal of suspicious posts, user reporting.

15. Drugs and Psychoactive Substances

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Promotion or sale of illegal substances.
• Key Controls: All sales links are removed unless pre-approved, user reporting, no private messaging.

16. Firearms, Knives, and Other Weapons

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Promotion or sale of harmful weapons.
• Key Controls: Posts concerning weapon sales removed, user reporting, active moderation.

17. Encouraging or Assisting Suicide

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Severe or fatal harm to vulnerable individuals.
• Key Controls: Prohibition of self-harm or suicide-related solicitations, user reporting, public-only forum.

18. Foreign Interference Offence

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Potential spread of misinformation or external influence campaigns.
• Key Controls: Captcha for bot prevention, moderation oversight, public-only communications.

19. Animal Cruelty

• Risk Level: Low
• Potential Harm: Distressing or harmful content relating to animals.
• Key Controls: Strictly disallowed content, active moderation, user reporting.

3.3 Existing Controls and Mitigations

• Active Moderation Team: Our moderators review posts promptly and remove or block content that violates our rules or the law.
• User Reporting Functionality: Any individual can report concerning content at any time. Reports are reviewed on a priority basis, particularly if they involve potential Illegal Content.
• No Private Messaging: All conversations take place in publicly viewable forum threads. This significantly reduces the risk of covert harmful interactions.
• Historical Context: In 14 years of operation, we have found no credible instances of Illegal Content, to the best of moderators’ knowledge. When borderline or questionable posts occur, they are removed as swiftly as possible.
• Preventative Measures: We employ CAPTCHA to combat automated or “bot” registrations and scrutinize any links or media posted on the forum.

Disclaimer: This risk assessment summary reflects the forum’s current understanding of potential harms and mitigations. We continually monitor and update our policies to address any new or evolving risks. For further information, please contact our legal or support teams.