Home Secretary calls for unity in security

Home Secretary Sajid Javid has called for a more coordinated approach to combat shared threats, following the recent Christchurch terrorist attack.

Joining his counterparts from the US, Canada, Japan, Germany, France and Italy as G7 interior ministers met to discuss global security in Paris, Javid emphasised the government’s commitment to global security, stressing that more needs to be done across the global community to protect people from the disturbing and dangerous effects of harmful online content.

G7 Interior Ministers acknowledged that the challenges posed by social media and livestreaming are complex, but that technology companies had a responsibility to do more to ensure people are protected. As such, the Home Secretary stressed the urgent need to redouble efforts to address terrorist threats, urging tech companies to work together to tackle the exploitation of online platforms.

Javid said: “The close partnership we have with our international G7 partners is vital in combatting the shared threats we face and keeping our people secure. Britain will continue to be a global leader in this space and ensure our expertise makes the world a safer place.”